James Anson Otho Brooke
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.
James Anson Otho Brooke | |
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Captain Brooke's grave in Zantvoorde British Cemetery, Zonnebeke, Belgium | |
| Born | 3 February 1884 Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Died | 29 October 1914 (aged 30) Gheluvelt, Belgium |
| Buried | Zantvoorde British Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army |
| Years of service | 1905-1914 † |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | The Gordon Highlanders |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
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