How Piper Laidlaw won the Victoria Cross on September 25, 1915, (c1920). Creator
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How Piper Laidlaw won the Victoria Cross on September 25, 1915, (c1920). Creator
How Piper Laidlaw won the Victoria Cross on September 25, 1915, (c1920). Playing the 7th Kings Own Scottish Borderers out of their trenches at the Battle of Loos in the midst of the gas attack. During the Battle of Loos in northern France, British soldier Daniel Laidlaw (1875-1950) played his bagpipes to encourage the men of his regiment. He was awarded the Victoria Cross by King George V on 3 February 1916: For most conspicuous bravery prior to an assault on German trenches near Loos and Hill 70...During the worst of the bombardment, Piper Laidlaw, seeing that his company was badly shaken from the effects of gas, with absolute coolness and disregard of danger, mounted the parapet, marched up and down and played company out of the trench. The effect of his splendid example was immediate and the company dashed out to the assault. Piper Laidlaw continued playing his pipes until he was wounded. Laidlaw was also awarded the Croix de Guerre by France. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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This print captures the remarkable moment when Piper Daniel Laidlaw won the Victoria Cross on September 25,1915, during the Battle of Loos. In the midst of a devastating gas attack and amidst chaos, Laidlaw fearlessly played his bagpipes to uplift and inspire his fellow soldiers from the 7th Kings Own Scottish Borderers. Laidlaw's act of courage and selflessness did not go unnoticed. King George V himself awarded him with the prestigious Victoria Cross on February 3,1916. The citation for this honor praised Laidlaw's exceptional bravery prior to an assault on German trenches near Loos and Hill 70. Despite being exposed to relentless bombardment and witnessing his comrades' suffering from gas exposure, Piper Laidlaw demonstrated unwavering composure as he mounted the parapet, marching up and down while playing his pipes. His extraordinary example had an immediate impact - it rallied his company into action as they dashed out to engage in battle. Piper Laidlaw continued playing until he was wounded, displaying immense dedication to both music and duty. France also recognized his heroism by awarding him with the Croix de Guerre. This powerful photograph serves as a testament to Piper Daniel Laidlaw's indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment in one of history's most challenging moments. It is a reminder of how one individual can make an extraordinary difference in times of adversity.
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