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An airman who won the V. C
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An airman who won the V. C
Captain John Aidan Liddell of 3rd Battalion, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders and the Royal Flying Corps who won the Victoria Cross after safely flying and landing his reconnaissance plane despite suffering severe wounds half an hour earlier. His broken leg was subsequently amputated
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Aidan Airman Amputated Argyll Battalion Broken Corps Earlier Half Highlanders Hour Landing Liddell Reconnaissance Safely Severe Subsequently Suffering Sutherland Wounds
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September 7, 1915: A Heroic Airman's Victoria Cross Triumph This evocative photograph captures the indomitable spirit of Captain John Aidan Liddell, a brave soldier who wrote history in the skies during World War I. A member of the 3rd Battalion of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders and the Royal Flying Corps, Liddell's exceptional courage was recognized with the highest military decoration for valor – the Victoria Cross (VC). The image shows Liddell, wearing his military uniform, standing next to his reconnaissance plane. The plane, with its damaged wings, serves as a testament to the harrowing experience that earned him the VC. Half an hour before this photograph was taken, Liddell had suffered severe wounds during an aerial battle. Despite his agony, he managed to safely fly and land the plane, ensuring the vital information he had gathered reached the Allied forces. Liddell's heroism did not go unnoticed. His remarkable achievement was reported in newspapers around the world, and he became an inspiration for soldiers and civilians alike. However, the price of his bravery was high. Subsequently, his broken leg was amputated. This powerful image, taken in the aftermath of Liddell's heroic act, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served in the military during the First World War. It is a testament to their unwavering courage, determination, and resilience in the face of adversity. Captain John Aidan Liddell's story is a significant chapter in the annals of military history. His Victoria Cross remains a symbol of valor and a reminder of the indomitable human spirit that continues to inspire us today.
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