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Rupert Price HallowesRupert Price Hallowes (VC, MC) was an English 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 34 years old, and a T/Second Lieutenant in the 4th Bn., The Middlesex Regiment (Duke of Cambridge's Own), British Army during the First World War when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC. Between 25 and 30 September 1915 at Hooge, Belgium, Second Lieutenant Hallowes set a magnificent example to his men during four heavy and prolonged bombardments. More than once he climbed upon the parapet, utterly regardless of danger in order to put fresh heart into his men. He made daring reconnaissances of the German positions in our lines and when the supply of bombs was running short he went back under very heavy fire and brought up a fresh supply. Even when mortally wounded, he continued to cheer those round him and to inspire them with fresh courage. Further information The medal His Victoria Cross is displayed at the National Army Museum (Chelsea, England). Reference See also External links This page has been migrated from the Victoria Cross Reference with permission.
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