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James Towers

Recipient of the Victoria Cross

Died when: 79 years 137 days (952 months)
Star Sign: Virgo

 

James Towers

James Towers, VC (9 September 1897 – 24 January 1977) was an English soldier, farmer, and a recipient of the Victoria Cross (VC), the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.

A soldier with The Cameronians during the First World War, he was awarded the VC for his actions on 6 October 1918, during the Hundred Days Offensive.


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