Grieve, Captain Robert VC (OW1904)

Description

TitleRobert GrieveAlso Known AsBob GrieveBiography

Member of the 37th Battalion 1st AIF

Awarded the Victoria Cross for most conspicuous bravery at the Battle of Messines, 7 June 1917.

His VC was gifted to the School by his family following his death in 1957.

Two brothers also attended Wesley

See booklet in Military Service - Publications

OWCA1904

Object

Grieve VC Plaque

Grieve's Victoria Cross

Images

King George V presents the Victoria Cross to Captain RC Grieve at Buckingham Palace. 1917

Identifiers

First NameRobertMiddle NameCuthbertLast NameGrieveGenderMaleCategoryMilitary Service | PeopleSubject (Keyword)World War (1914-1918) World War I World War (1914-1918)

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