Jerry Prem Raj
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Captain Jerry Prem Raj, VrC, was a commissioned officer in the Indian Army during the Kargil War. He was a Forward Observation Officer at Point 4875. During battle, he sustained grievous injuries but showing undaunted courage, continued to direct artillery fire against enemy positions. He succumbed to his injuries later the same day. Because of his effort in the battle, he was declared a war hero. His body was cremated in his native city,Thiruvananthapuram. He was awarded the Vir Chakra, the third highest wartime gallantry award, posthumously. [1][2]
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Captain Jerry Prem Raj | |
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Born | Venganoor, Kerala, India |
Died | (1999-07-07)7 July 1999 Tiger Hill, Kargil, India |
Allegiance | India |
Service/ | Indian Army |
Years of service | 1997–1999 |
Rank | Captain |
Service number | SS-37033 |
Unit | 158 Med Regt (SP) |
Battles/wars | Op Vijay (Kargil) |
Awards | Vir Chakra |
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