Maurice Buckley
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"Gerald Sexton" redirects here. For the Australian footballer, see Gerry Sexton.
Maurice Vincent Buckley, VC, DCM (13 April 1891 – 27 January 1921) was an Australian soldier serving under the pseudonym Gerald Sexton who was awarded the Victoria Cross during the First World War. This is the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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Maurice Vincent Buckley | |
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Born | (1891-04-13)13 April 1891 Melbourne, Victoria |
Died | 27 January 1921(1921-01-27) (aged 29) Melbourne, Victoria |
Buried | Brighton Cemetery, Melbourne |
Allegiance | Australia |
Service/ | Australian Imperial Force |
Years of service | 1914–19 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 13th Battalion |
Battles/wars | First World War |
Awards | Victoria Cross[1] Distinguished Conduct Medal[2] |
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