Wilfred Wood
English soldier, recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the former Bishop of Croydon, see Wilfred Wood (bishop).
Wilfred Wood VC (2 February 1897 – 3 January 1982) was an English 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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Wilfred Wood | |
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Born | 2 February 1897 Stockport, Cheshire |
Died | 3 January 1982 (aged 84) Stockport |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Years of service | 1916–1918 |
Rank | Private |
Unit | The Northumberland Fusiliers |
Battles/wars | Battle of Vittorio Veneto (World War I) |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Other work | Locomotive driver |
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The VC was awarded for action on the Italian front against Austro-Hungarian forces in the First World War.