William Eagleson Gordon Military person

Colonel William Eagleson Gordon VC CBE (4 May 1866 – 10 March 1941) was a Scottish 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. He is the older brother of Archibald Alexander Gordon, who received the Legion of Honour and Order of Leopold.

Personal facts

Birth date	May 04, 1866
Birth place	Scotland , Bridge of Allan
Date of death	March 10, 1941
Place of death	Surrey , Hindhead
Resting place	Hindhead

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allegiance	United Kingdom
award	Victoria Cross Order of the British Empire
military operations	Second Boer War Tirah Campaign World War I Chitral Expedition
military branch	British Army
military unit	Gordon Highlanders