Thomas Leslie Axford | |
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![]() Jack Axford c.1918 | |
Nickname(s) | Jack |
Born | Carrieton, South Australia | 18 June 1894
Died | 11 October 1983 Between Dubai and Hong Kong (aircraft) | (aged 89)
Buried | Karrakatta Cemetery, Western Australia |
Allegiance | Australia |
Service/ | Australian Army |
Years of service | 1912–1919 1941–1947 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 16th Battalion |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Victoria Cross Military Medal |
Thomas Leslie "Jack" Axford, VC, MM (18 June 1894 – 11 October 1983) was an Australian recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.