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★Victoria Cross

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Henry Curtis (VC) — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001060th out of 4483

Number of Medals3

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1041902 of 4483

Royal Navy#54of 114

Surface warfare#33of 182

Crimean War#50of 151

Henry Curtis (VC)

Boatswain's Mate, Royal Navy

Crimean War

Awards & Decorations

Victoria Cross
Indian Mutiny Medal (2)

Ribbon Rack

Biography

Henry Curtis VC was an 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 served in the Royal Navy, achieving the rank of Boatswain's Mate.

His gallantry in action earned him the ultimate military decoration. The award itself is currently preserved and showcased for the public in London.

Today, his Victoria Cross is on display in the Lord Ashcroft Gallery at the Imperial War Museum, standing as a lasting testament to his bravery and service.

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Score Breakdown

Victoria Cross(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts