Richard William Leslie Wain

Richard William Leslie Wain
Born5 December 1896
Penarth, Glamorganshire, Wales
Died20 November 1917 (aged 20)
Marcoing, Nord, France
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch British Army
Years of service1915–1917
RankCaptain
UnitManchester Regiment
Tank Corps
Battles / warsWorld War I
AwardsVictoria Cross

Richard William Leslie Wain VC (5 December 1896 – 20 November 1917) was a Welsh 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.

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