Neville Howse

Military Person

1863 – 1930

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Who was Neville Howse?

Major General Sir Neville Reginald Howse VC, KCB, KCMG, MP was a British-born Australian recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest decoration for gallantry "in the face of the enemy" that can be awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces. He was the first soldier in the Australian services to be awarded the VC. He later served in the Australian Federal Government, and also as Minister of Defence and several other portfolios.

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Born
Oct 26, 1863
Stogursey
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Nationality
  • England
  • Australia
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Lived in
  • New South Wales
Died
Sep 19, 1930
London
Resting place
Kensal Green Cemetery

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on July 23, 2013

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