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Arthur Hutt VC, 1889- 1954, English recipient of the Victoria Cross
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Arthur Hutt VC, 1889- 1954, English recipient of the Victoria Cross
Arthur Hutt VC, 1889- 1954, 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. He was the first person born in Coventry to be awarded the Victoria Cross. He was 28 years old, and a private in the 1/7th Battalion of The Royal Warwickshire Regiment, British Army during the First World War at the battle of Passchendaele when awarded the VC on 4th October 1917. Pictured, Members of the British Legion, heros of the First World War, led by Corporal Arthur Hunt (rifht) march through Coventry. Circa 1950
Coventry Telegraph Archive
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Media ID 21689263
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This print showcases Arthur Hutt VC, an extraordinary individual who left an indelible mark on history. Born in Coventry, he became the first person from his city to be honored with the Victoria Cross, the highest accolade for bravery bestowed upon British and Commonwealth forces. Arthur Hutt's remarkable story unfolded during the First World War at the infamous battle of Passchendaele. At just 28 years old and serving as a private in The Royal Warwickshire Regiment's 1/7th Battalion, he displayed unparalleled courage in the face of adversity. It was on October 4th, 1917 that his unwavering gallantry earned him this prestigious award. In this nostalgic photograph taken around 1950, we witness members of the British Legion marching through Coventry under Corporal Arthur Hunt's leadership. These valiant heroes fought alongside Hutt during World War I and were united by their shared experiences and sacrifices. The image serves as a poignant reminder of those tumultuous times when countless lives were forever altered by conflict. It pays tribute not only to Arthur Hutt VC but also to all those brave soldiers who selflessly risked everything for their country. Preserved within Memory Lane Prints' collection by Coventry Telegraph Archive, this snapshot transports us back to a pivotal era in history—a time when medals like the Victoria Cross symbolized exceptional valor amidst unimaginable horrors.
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