David Younger
Recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Captain David Reginald Younger, VC (17 March 1871 – 11 July 1900) was a Scottish 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.
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David Younger | |
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Born | (1871-03-17)17 March 1871 Edinburgh, Scotland |
Died | 11 July 1900(1900-07-11) (aged 29) † Krugersdorp, South Africa |
Buried | Krugersdorp Cemetery |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Years of service | 1893 - 1900 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | The Gordon Highlanders |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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For the brewer and lord lieutenant, see Sir David Younger.