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Richard Wakeford
Captain Wakeford receiving his VC from King George VI.
Born23 July 1921
Kensington, London, England
Died27 August 1972 (aged 51)
Leatherhead, Surrey, England
AllegianceRichard Wakeford United Kingdom
Service/branchRichard Wakeford British Army
Years of service1941−1946
RankMajor
Service number174363
UnitHampshire Regiment
Battles/warsWorld War II
Awards Victoria Cross

Major Richard Wakeford VC (23 July 1921 – 27 August 1972) was an English soldier and a recipient of the Victoria Cross during World War II, 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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