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Heroic Score150760th out of 4480
Number of Medals8
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score162989 of 4480
British Army#182of 876
Infantry#270of 1502
Second Boer War#36of 131
World War I#303of 928
William Ratcliffe
Private, British Army
Second Boer WarWorld War I
Awards & Decorations
Ribbon Rack
Biography
William Ratcliffe was an English private of the South Lancashire Regiment during World War I. He was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions during the conflict, which represents 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 the Victoria Cross, Ratcliffe was also awarded the Military Medal for his distinguished service and bravery. His actions and military service remain an important part of the heritage of the South Lancashire Regiment.
Following the war, his decorated military service was memorialized. Today, his Victoria Cross is on loan to the Imperial War Museum in Lambeth Road, London, ensuring his legacy of courage is preserved for future generations.
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Score Breakdown
Victoria Cross(base 100)
+100Military Medal(base 30)
+30Unified Scoring Metrics Bonuses(career variety ×1.15 (2 medal types))
+20Heroic Score150 pts