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Nand Singh

Recipient of the Victoria Cross

Died when: 33 years 79 days (398 months)
Star Sign: Libra

 

Nand Singh

Jemadar Nand Singh, VC, MVC (24 September 1914 – 12 December 1947) was an Indian 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 and he was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra (MVC), the second-highest Indian decoration for battlefield gallantry.

This makes Nand Singh unique in the annals of VC winners.


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