David Lauder facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
David Ross Lauder
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| Born | 31 January 1894 Airdrie, Lanarkshire, Scotland |
| Died | 4 June 1972 Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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 British Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Royal Scots Fusiliers |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | Victoria Cross Medal for Bravery (Serbia) |
David Ross Lauder VC (31 January 1894 – 4 June 1972) was a brave Scottish soldier. He received the Victoria Cross, the highest award for courage. This award is given to British and Commonwealth forces. It honors incredible bravery when facing the enemy.
A Hero in World War I
What is the Victoria Cross?
The Victoria Cross, or VC, is the top award for bravery. It's given to soldiers who show amazing courage. This courage must be shown when fighting an enemy. It is the highest honor a soldier can receive in the British and Commonwealth forces.
David Lauder's Brave Act
David Lauder was 21 years old during World War I. He was a private in the 1/4th Battalion of the Royal Scots Fusiliers. His heroic act happened on 13 August 1915. This was during a battle at Cape Helles, Gallipoli, in Turkey.
Lauder was part of a group trying to take back a trench. They were using special bombs. One bomb was thrown but did not go far enough. It fell right among Lauder's group. There was no time to throw it away or cover it.
Private Lauder quickly put his foot on the bomb. This brave act kept the explosion from spreading. His foot was blown off, but the rest of his group was safe. His quick thinking saved his comrades from serious injury or death.
