Edward John Mott facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Edward John Mott
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| Born | 4 July 1893 Drayton, Vale of White Horse |
| Died | October 1967 Witney, Oxfordshire |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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 British Army |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | The Border Regiment |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards |  Victoria CrossDistinguished Conduct Medal |
Edward John Mott was a brave English soldier. He received the Victoria Cross (VC) and the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM). The Victoria Cross is the highest award for bravery in the face of the enemy. It can be given to soldiers from the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries.
Edward Mott was born in Drayton, Vale of White Horse on July 4, 1893. He joined the army in 1910, becoming part of The Border Regiment.
Edward Mott's Bravery in World War I
Edward Mott fought in World War I, a very big war. In 1915, he was part of a difficult mission called the Dardanelles Expedition. After that, he served in Egypt and then on the Western Front in France.
A Heroic Moment in France
On January 27, 1917, when he was 23 years old, Sergeant Mott showed incredible courage. His army company was attacking near Le Transloy, France. But they were stopped by heavy machine-gun fire from an enemy strong-point.
Even though he was badly hurt in the eye, Sergeant Mott didn't give up. He bravely rushed towards the machine gun. After a tough fight, he captured the enemy gunner and took the machine gun. Because of his quick thinking and daring actions, his company's attack on the left side was successful. This amazing act of bravery earned him the Victoria Cross.
Where is Edward Mott's Medal?
Today, you can see Edward Mott's Victoria Cross. It is on display at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge.
