Question

Write short notes on:

Victoria Cross

Answer 1

1. The Victoria Cross was the highest bravery honour in British history.
2. The 'Victoria Cross', the highest and most prestigious award for valour, was awarded to 31 Indian soldiers and officers.
3. There were two Maharashtrians among those who received the Victoria Cross:
   A. Naik Yashwant Ghadge (5^th Maratha Light Infantry)
   B. Sepoy Namdeorao Jadhav (5^th Maratha Light Infantry)