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Originally Posted by SchlauCow
He would have received the Victoria Cross, but due to the brown color of his skin and his Nepalese background, he was given the CGC. Ghurkas faced this all the time.
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or is the Victoria Cross usually given to those displaying gallantry and died as a result of it? Similar to US Medal of Honor, that is in most cases.
Either way, glad he was recognized for his actions with a high award.