John James Clements

Military Person

1861 – 1937

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Who was John James Clements?

John James Clements VC was a South African 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.

Clements was 28 years old, and a corporal in Rimington's Guides, South African Forces during the Second Boer War when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC:

Clements later achieved the rank of Sergeant serving in World War I.

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Born
Mar 6, 1861
Middelburg, Eastern Cape
Nationality
  • South Africa
Profession
Died
Jun 18, 1937
Newcastle

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on July 23, 2013

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