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★Victoria Cross

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Harry Lyster — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001057th out of 4480

Number of Medals5

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1081380 of 4480

Indian Army#16of 82

Infantry#417of 1502

Indian Mutiny#19of 214

Second Anglo-Afghan War#8of 37

Battle of Ahmed Khel#1of 1

Harry Lyster

Unknown, Indian Army

Indian MutinySecond Anglo-Afghan WarBattle of Ahmed Khel

Awards & Decorations

Victoria Cross
Order of the Bath Companion
Punjab Medal
Indian Mutiny Medal
clasp Central India
Afghanistan Medal 1878–1880 — (United Kingdom)
clasp Ahmed Khel

Ribbon Rack

Biography

Lieutenant General Harry Hammon Lyster VC, CB was a highly decorated officer in the Indian Army. He is best known for his gallantry during the Indian Mutiny, which earned him the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for bravery in the face of the enemy.

Throughout his distinguished career, Lyster's leadership and valor were recognized multiple times. He was appointed a Companion of the Order of the Bath and was mentioned in despatches five times for his exceptional service.

He rose to the rank of Lieutenant General, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most respected and brave commanders of his era in the British and Commonwealth forces.

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Score Breakdown

Victoria Cross(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts