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Heroic Score1001058th out of 4481
Number of Medals2
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1022194 of 4481
Bombay Army#1of 2
Infantry#417of 1502
Anglo-Persian War#2of 13
Battle of Bushire#1of 1
Indian Mutiny#19of 214
John Augustus Wood
Colonel, Bombay Army
Anglo-Persian WarBattle of BushireIndian Mutiny
Awards & Decorations
Ribbon Rack
Biography
Colonel John Augustus Wood VC was a Scottish officer of the Indian Army who received 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, rising to the rank of Colonel. His actions during his service culminated in his recognition with the Victoria Cross, representing the pinnacle of military valor for a British Empire officer of his era.
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Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Heroic Score100 pts