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Heroic Score178538th out of 4481
Number of Medals5
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1841593 of 4481
British Army#102of 876
Infantry#190of 1502
Santhal rebellion#1of 1
Indian Mutiny#14of 214
Second Anglo-Afghan War#5of 37
Akha Expedition#1of 1
Third Anglo-Burmese War#2of 9
William George Cubitt
Colonel, British Army
Santhal rebellionIndian MutinySecond Anglo-Afghan WarAkha ExpeditionThird Anglo-Burmese War
Awards & Decorations
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Biography
Colonel William George Cubitt was a highly distinguished officer who served in the British Indian Army. Throughout his long and illustrious career, he demonstrated exceptional bravery and leadership, most notably during his service in India where he earned 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.
In addition to his Victoria Cross, Cubitt's exceptional military service was recognized with the Distinguished Service Order and multiple Mentions in Despatches. He ultimately rose to the rank of Colonel in the Indian Army, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service and courage under fire.
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Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Distinguished Service Order(base 55)
+55Unified Scoring Metrics Bonuses(career variety ×1.15 (2 medal types))
+23Heroic Score178 pts