John Frederick McCrea
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John Frederick McCrea VC (2 April 1854 – 16 July 1894) was an English-born South African soldier and 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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John Frederick McCrea | |
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Born | 2 April 1854 Saint Peter Port, Guernsey |
Died | 16 July 1894 (aged 40) Kokstad, Cape Colony, South Africa |
Allegiance | Cape Colony |
Service/ | Cape Colonial Forces |
Rank | Surgeon Major |
Unit | Cape Mounted Yeomanry Cape Mounted Riflemen |
Battles/wars | Basuto Gun War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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