Hugo Throssell
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Hugo Vivian Hope Throssell, VC (26 October 1884 – 19 November 1933) was an Australian soldier in the First World War who was the first Western Australian and only Australian light horseman to receive the Victoria Cross (VC), the highest award for valour in battle that could be awarded to a member of the Australian armed forces at the time.[1]
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Hugo Throssell | |
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Born | (1884-10-26)26 October 1884 Northam, Western Australia |
Died | 19 November 1933(1933-11-19) (aged 49) Greenmount, Western Australia |
Allegiance | Australia |
Service/ | Australian Imperial Force |
Years of service | 1914–1918 |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | First World War |
Awards | Victoria Cross Mentioned in Despatches |
Spouse(s) | |
Relations | Ric Throssell (son) |
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