Daniel Laidlaw

Daniel Logan Laidlaw VC, nicknamed "The Piper of Loos", was a Scottish soldier and 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 earned the decoration for his actions during the Battle of Loos in the First World War. Serving as a Sergeant-Piper in the British Army, Laidlaw became a legendary figure for his bravery under fire, using his bagpipes to rally his comrades during the heat of battle.

His courageous actions at Loos cemented his place in military history, earning him enduring fame and the iconic moniker "The Piper of Loos" for his inspirational leadership on the battlefield.