Kamal Ram
Indian recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Kamal Ram, VC (17 December 1924 ā 1 July 1982) was an Indian 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 was the second-youngest Indian recipient of the award. He was from the Gurjar community.
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Kamal Ram | |
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Born | (1924-12-17)17 December 1924 Bholupura, Rajputana Agency, British India |
Died | 1 July 1982(1982-07-01) (aged 57) Bholupura, Rajasthan, India |
Allegiance | British India India |
Service/ | British Indian Army Indian Army |
Years of service | 194?-1972 |
Rank | Honorary Lieutenant |
Unit | 8th Punjab Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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