James Anson Otho Brooke

James Anson Otho Brooke
Born(1884-02-03)3 February 1884
Aberdeen, Scotland
Died29 October 1914(1914-10-29) (aged 30)
Gheluvelt, Belgium
Buried
Zantvoorde British Cemetery
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch British Army
Years of service1905–1914
RankCaptain
UnitThe Gordon Highlanders
Battles / warsFirst World War †
AwardsVictoria Cross

James Anson Otho Brooke VC (3 February 1884 – 29 October 1914) was a Scottish recipient of 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.

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