John Hannah (VC)
John Hannah, VC (27 November 1921 – 7 June 1947) was a Scottish airman and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
John Hannah | |
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Sergeant John Hannah c. 1940 | |
| Born | 27 November 1921 Paisley, Scotland |
| Died | 7 June 1947 (aged 25) Markfield, Leicestershire, England |
| Buried | St Jame's Churchyard, Birstall, Leicestershire |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1939–1942 |
| Rank | Flight Sergeant |
| Service number | 652918 |
| Unit | No. 83 Squadron |
| Battles/wars | Second World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
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