Albert Hill (VC)

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Albert Hill
Hill depicted on a cigarette card
Born(1895-05-24)24 May 1895
Hulme, Lancashire, England
Died17 February 1971(1971-02-17) (aged 75)
Pawtucket, Rhode Island, United States
Buried
Highland Memorial Park, Johnston, Rhode Island
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch British Army
Service years1914–1919
RankPrivate
UnitRoyal Welsh Fusiliers
ConflictsFirst World War
Awards Victoria Cross
Croix de Guerre (France)
Cross of St. George (Russia)

Albert Hill VC (24 May 1895 – 17 February 1971) was an English 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.

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