★
Loading archive…
Heroic Score1001058th out of 4481
Number of Medals16
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score130250 of 4481
British Army#241of 876
Armor#47of 347
Second Boer War#42of 131
World War I#385of 928
World War II#486of 924
William John English
Lieutenant Colonel, British Army
Second Boer WarWorld War IWorld War II
Awards & Decorations
Ribbon Rack
Biography
Lieutenant Colonel William John English VC was an Irish-born officer in the British 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. His military career spanned multiple significant conflicts, during which he demonstrated exceptional bravery and leadership under fire.
Support & adopt
Become the named supporter for this profile and edit the tribute biography and portrait (Owner account required). Proceeds help keep the archive online.
Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Heroic Score100 pts