Thomas Egerton Hale | |
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Born | 24 September 1832 Nantwich, Cheshire |
Died | 25 December 1909 (aged 77) Nantwich |
Buried | Acton Parish Churchyard |
Allegiance | ![]() |
Service | ![]() |
Years of service | 1854 - 1876 |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Unit | 7th Regiment of Foot 43rd Regiment of Foot 94th Regiment of Foot |
Battles / wars | Crimean War Indian Mutiny |
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Surgeon Major Thomas Egerton Hale VC CB (24 September 1832 – 25 December 1909) was an English 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.