David Nelson | |
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Born | Stranooden, County Monaghan, Ireland | 3 April 1887
Died | 8 April 1918 Lillers, France | (aged 32)
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Years of service | 1904–1918 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | Royal Artillery |
Commands | D Battery, 59th Brigade |
Battles / wars | World War I † |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Major David Nelson VC (3 April 1887 – 8 April 1918) was an Irish 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.