Thomas Peck Hunter | |
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Born | Aldershot, Hampshire, England | 6 October 1923
Died | 3 April 1945 Lake Comacchio, Italy | (aged 21)
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | Royal Marines |
Years of service | 1942–1945 † |
Rank | Corporal |
Unit | 43 Commando |
Battles / wars | Second World War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Relations | John Swinney (nephew) |
Thomas Peck Hunter VC (6 October 1923 – 3 April 1945) was a British 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.