Originally Posted by Pete E
Originally Posted by hillbillybear
One of my ancestors from the part of the family that stayed in England. Also one of the few ancestors that wasn't a bootlegger or chicken thief. smile


http://www.angloboerwar.com/medals-and-awards/12-victoria-cross/219-parsons-francis-newton


hillbillybear,

Very interesting..

When the VC was first introduced, there was a policy to the effect it would not be awarded Posthumously.

This policy was not officially changed until 1902, which makes the VC awarded to your ancestor even more exceptional..

Regards,

Peter





I didn't know that about the VC award policy. Who would have had to approve such an award during this period?

Last edited by hillbillybear; 07/10/15.
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