John Cruickshank

Military Person

1920 –

45

Who is John Cruickshank?

John Alexander Cruickshank, VC is 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.

Cruickshank was awarded the VC in sinking a German U-boat and then despite serious injuries safely landing his aircraft.

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Born
May 20, 1920
Aberdeen
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Profession
Education
  • Aberdeen Grammar School
  • Stewart's Melville College
  • Royal High School, Edinburgh

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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