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Heroic Score1001057th out of 4480
Number of Medals1
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1003310 of 4480
British Army#241of 876
Airborne#43of 71
World War II#486of 924
North African Campaign#7of 18
Italian Campaign#8of 18
Operation Market Garden#4of 7
Battle of Arnhem#1of 3
Lionel Ernest Queripel
Captain, British Army
World War IINorth African CampaignItalian CampaignOperation Market GardenBattle of Arnhem
Awards & Decorations
Ribbon Rack
Biography
Captain Lionel Ernest Queripel VC was a British Army officer and an English recipient of the Victoria Cross (VC). This prestigious decoration is the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
Serving with distinction in the British Army during World War II, Queripel demonstrated exceptional bravery and leadership under fire. His actions remain a legendary example of heroism within the British airborne forces.
His legacy is preserved through the memory of his ultimate sacrifice and the prestigious Victoria Cross awarded posthumously for his magnificent actions during the battle.
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Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Heroic Score100 pts