Joseph Watt
Joseph Watt, VC (25 June 1887 – 13 February 1955) 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. He achieved the award during service in the Strait of Otranto and as a result of his meritorious service also received the French Croix de Guerre and the Italian Silver Medal for Military Valour.
Joseph Watt | |
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| Born | 25 June 1887 Gardenstown, Banffshire, Scotland |
| Died | 13 February 1955 (aged 67) Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire, Scotland |
| Buried | Kirktown Cemetery, Fraserburgh |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1914–1918 1940–1945 |
| Rank | Chief Skipper |
| Commands held | HM Drifter Gowanlea |
| Battles/wars | World War I *Serbian Campaign *Otranto Raid World War II |
| Awards | Victoria Cross Croix de Guerre (France) Italian Silver Medal for Military Valour |
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