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Michael James O'rourkeMichael James O'rourke was a Canadian 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 39 years old, and a Private in the 7th Bn., British Columbia Regiment, Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC. During the period 15/17 August 1917 at Hill 60 near Lens, France, Private O'Rourke, who was a stretcher-bearer, worked unceasingly for three days and nights bringing in the wounded, dressing their wounds and getting them food and water. During the whole of this period the area in which he worked was swept by heavy machine-gun and rifle fire and on several occasions he was knocked down and partially buried by enemy shells. His courage and devotion in carrying out his rescue work in spite of exhaustion and incessant heavy fire inspired all ranks and undoubtedly saved many lives. Further information Also considered Irish. Grave/memorial at Buried at Forest Lawn in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. 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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