Fred Potts
Frederick William Owen Potts, VC, (18 December 1892 – 2 November 1943), more commonly known as Trooper Fred Potts, was an English 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.
Frederick William Owen Potts | |
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| Born | 18 December 1892 Reading, Berkshire, England |
| Died | 2 November 1943 (aged 50) Reading, Berkshire, England |
| Buried | Reading Crematorium |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army |
| Rank | Lance-Corporal |
| Unit | 1/1st Berkshire Yeomanry |
| Battles/wars | World War I - Battle of Gallipoli |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
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