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Flight Sub Lieut Warneford VC recipient 8 / Stamp
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Flight Sub Lieut Warneford VC recipient 8 / Stamp
REGINALD ALEXANDER JOHN WARNEFORD, VC (1891 - 1915) Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) officer who received 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
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1891 Brave Bravery Gallantry Highest Lieut Prestigious Recipient Reginald Stamp Warneford
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This striking photograph captures the bold and determined gaze of Flight Sub-Lieutenant Reginald Alexander John Warneford, VC, a hero of the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) during World War I. Born in 1891, Warneford displayed exceptional bravery and skill in the face of the enemy on multiple occasions, earning him the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the British and Commonwealth forces - the Victoria Cross (VC). On the morning of August 5, 1915, Warneford, flying a Sopwith Tabloid biplane, took off from the French coast to attack a German Zeppelin sheds in Tondern, Germany. Despite facing heavy anti-aircraft fire and being hit several times, Warneford pressed on, successfully dropping bombs on the sheds and destroying three Zeppelins. His actions that day not only saved countless lives but also significantly impacted the morale of the Allied forces. This historical photograph is a testament to Warneford's unwavering courage and dedication to duty. The image captures the essence of a moment in time when a young man, in the prime of his life, put himself in harm's way to protect his country and make a difference in the world. Warneford's story is one of bravery, honor, and sacrifice, and this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the heroism and resilience of those who served during World War I.
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