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Heroic Score203478th out of 4480
Number of Medals44
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score28558 of 4480
Indian Army#5of 82
Infantry#171of 1502
World War II#223of 924
Agansing Rai
Honorary Captain, Indian Army
World War II
Awards & Decorations
- Victoria Cross
- Military Medal
- 1939-1945 Star
- Burma Star
- War Medal 1939-45 — (United Kingdom)
- India Service Medal
- Indian Independence Medal
- Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal
- Raksha Medal
- Sainya Seva Medal (2)
- Videsh Seva Medal (2)
- Medal for Congo
- Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal
- 20 Years Long Service Medal (20)
- 9 Years Long Service Medal (9)
Ribbon Rack
Biography
Agansing Rai was a Nepalese Gurkha 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 served with distinction in the Indian Army, eventually rising to the rank of Honorary Captain. His legendary bravery and actions during his military service solidified his place as one of the most celebrated Gurkha soldiers in history.
His legacy continues to inspire generations of soldiers within the Gurkha regiments and the broader military communities of Nepal, India, and the United Kingdom.
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Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Military Medal(base 30)
+30Medal for Congo(base 20)
+20Unified Scoring Metrics Bonuses(career variety ×1.35 (3 medal types))
+53Heroic Score203 pts