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Heroic Score1001057th out of 4480
Number of Medals2
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1022193 of 4480
Indian Army#16of 82
Ordnance#1of 6
Indian Mutiny#19of 214
George Forrest (VC)
Captain, Indian Army
Indian Mutiny
Awards & Decorations
Ribbon Rack
Biography
George Forrest VC was an Irish 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.
Born in St Michael's, Dublin, Forrest served as an officer in the Indian Army. He achieved the rank of Captain during his military career.
His courageous actions in the line of duty earned him the Victoria Cross, securing his legacy as one of the distinguished gallantry recipients of his era.
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Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Heroic Score100 pts