Sher Shah Awan
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Sher Shah Awan VC (14 February 1917 ā 20 January 1945) was a British Indian Army soldier who received 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.
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Sher Shah Awan ( Sher Shah) | |
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Born | 14 February 1917 Chakrala, Punjab, British India |
Died | 20 January 1945 (aged 27) near the Kaladan River, British Burma |
Allegiance | British India |
Service/ | British Indian Army |
Rank | Lance Naik |
Unit | 7th Battalion, 16th Punjab Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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