Sher Bahadur Thapa | |
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 VC Sher Bahadur Thapa (1921-1944) | |
| Born | 20 November 1921 Ghalechap, Jyamaruk, Tanahu district, Nepal |
| Died | 19 September 1944 (aged 22) San Marino |
| Buried | Gurkha War Cemetery, Rimini |
| Allegiance |  British India |
| Service |  British Indian Army |
| Years of service | 1942-44 † |
| Rank | Rifleman |
| Unit | 1st Battalion, 9th Gurkha Rifles |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards |  Victoria Cross |
Sher Bahadur Thapa (Nepali: शेरबहादुर थापा) VC (20 November 1921 – 19 September 1944) was a Nepalese Gurkha recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.