Awarded the VC for his heroism on 25 April 1915, age 36, while serving in the Lancashire Fusiliers. "[Despite] deadly fire from hidden machine guns and being severely wounded he continued to lead his men. The cliffs were gained and the position maintained. (Gallipoli)". Freemason at: №2440, Invicta Lodge.
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