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Heroic Score236281st out of 4480
Number of Medals10
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score250827 of 4480
British Army#50of 876
Infantry#113of 1502
World War I#134of 928
World War II#146of 924
William Gregg
Company Sergeant-Major, British Army
World War IWorld War II
Awards & Decorations
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Biography
William Gregg was a distinguished British soldier and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. He served with the British Army, where he achieved the rank of Company Sergeant-Major during his military career.
Throughout his service, Gregg demonstrated exceptional bravery on the battlefield, earning multiple decorations for his actions. In addition to the Victoria Cross, his gallantry was recognized with the Distinguished Conduct Medal and the Military Medal.
His legacy continues to be honored in his home country. His Victoria Cross is proudly displayed at the Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum in Winchester, England. Furthermore, his hometown of Heanor, Derbyshire, named its local swimming baths and subsequent leisure center in his honor to recognize his extraordinary deeds of valor.
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Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Distinguished Conduct Medal(base 45)
+45Military Medal(base 30)
+30Unified Scoring Metrics Bonuses(career variety ×1.35 (3 medal types))
+61Heroic Score236 pts