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James Palmer HuffamJames Palmer Huffam was a Scottish 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. Details He was 21 years old, and a Second Lieutenant in the 5th Bn., The Duke of Wellington's (West Riding) Regiment, British Army, attd, 2nd Bn. during the First World War when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC. On 31 August 1918 at St. Servin's Farm, France, Second Lieutenant Huffam with three men rushed an enemy machine-gun post and put it out of action. His position was then heavily attacked and he withdrew, carrying back a wounded comrade. Again in the night, accompanied by two men only he rushed an enemy machine-gun, capturing eight prisoners and enabling the advance to continue. Further information Served in the Second World War. He later achieved the rank of Major. The medal please update if you know where his medal is publicly displayed Reference See also External links This page has been migrated from the Victoria Cross Reference with permission.
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