Awarded the VC for his heroism on 1-2 November 1914, age 23, while serving in the East Lancashire Regiment. "...he took command, and with great presence of mind and coolness, succeeded in holding his position. (Le Gheer, Belgium)". Freemason at: №1331, Aldershot Camp Lodge.
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Spencer John Bent, VC
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Freemason VCs - N2 - Bent, Bloomfield, Bromley
Spencer John Bent, 1-2 November 1914, Age 23, The East Lancashire Regiment, A...
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C. W. Marriott
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Field Marshal Sir Gerald Templer
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Vikings / Danes
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Captain Alexander Ross Clarke
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1 memorial
RAF Squadron No. 61
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1 memorial
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3 memorials