Arthur Walderne St. Clair Tisdall

Arthur Walderne St. Clair Tisdall VC (21 July 1890 - 6 May 1915) was a 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. He attended Bedford School from 1900 to 1909. He was 24 years old, and a sub-lieutenant in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve, (Anson Battalion, Royal Naval Division) during the First World War when the following ... more

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  • Jul 21, 1890

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  • May 6, 1915 (age 24 years)

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