Frederick William Hedges
Captain Frederick William Hedges VC (22 Nov 1896 – 29 May 1954) was a British 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. A soldier with The Bedfordshire Regiment during the First World War, he was awarded the VC for his actions on 24 October 1918, during the Battle of the Selle.
Frederick William Hedges | |
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| Born | 22 Nov 1896 Ambala, British India |
| Died | 29 May 1954 (aged 57) Harrogate, West Riding of Yorkshire |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army |
| Years of service | 1914–1920 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Service number | 2182 |
| Unit | London Regiment Bedfordshire Regiment Northamptonshire Regiment (attached) Home Guard |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
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