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★Victoria Cross

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Léo Major — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1031055th out of 4480

Number of Medals1950

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score39993 of 4480

Canadian Army#33of 73

Fighter / combat pilot#97of 177

World War II#485of 924

Invasion of Normandy#2of 2

Battle of the Scheldt#1of 1

Liberation of Zwolle#1of 1

Korean War#100of 197

First Battle of Maryang San#1of 1

Léo Major

Sergeant, Canadian Army

World War IIInvasion of NormandyBattle of the ScheldtLiberation of ZwolleKorean WarFirst Battle of Maryang San

Awards & Decorations

Distinguished Conduct Medal (2)
1939-1945 Star (1939)
France and Germany Star
Defence Medal (United Kingdom)
Canadian Volunteer Service Medal (2)
War Medal 1939-1945
Korea Medal
Canadian Volunteer Service Medal for Korea
United Nations Service Medal (2)

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Biography

Léo Major was a Canadian soldier who served with distinction during his military career. He is famously recognized as the only Canadian, and one of only three soldiers in the entire British Commonwealth, to receive the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) twice in separate wars.

Throughout his service, Major demonstrated extraordinary bravery and initiative on the battlefield. His actions in combat became legendary, securing his place as one of the most decorated and respected soldiers in Canadian military history.

His legacy remains a symbol of remarkable valor, resourcefulness, and dedication, celebrated both in Canada and by the international military community.

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Score Breakdown

Distinguished Conduct Medal ×2(base 45, 2 awards (rarity curve))

+103

Heroic Score103 pts