Thaman Gurung
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Thaman Gurung VC (2 October 1924 – 10 November 1944) was a Nepalese Gurkha 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.
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Born | 2 October 1924 Singla, Nepal |
Died | 10 November 1944 (aged 20) near Modigliana, Emilia-Romagna, Italy |
Buried | Rimini Gurkha War Cemetery, Rimini |
Allegiance | British Indian Army |
Rank | Rifleman |
Unit | 1st Battalion 5th Royal Gurkha Rifles (Frontier Force) |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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