Harcus Strachan | |
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Born | Bo'ness, Scotland | 7 November 1884
Died | 1 May 1982 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | (aged 97)
Allegiance | Canada |
Service | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
Rank | Lieutenant-Colonel |
Unit | The Fort Garry Horse |
Commands | 1st Battalion, Edmonton Fusiliers |
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Awards |
Henry Mareus "Harcus" Strachan VC, MC (/ˈstrɔːn/; 7 November 1884 – 1 May 1982) was a Scottish born Canadian recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for valour in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.