Joseph Lister (VC) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Joseph Lister
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| Born | 19 October 1886 Salford, Lancashire, England |
| Died | 19 January 1963 (aged 76) Reddish, Stockport, England |
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Willow Grove Cemetery, Reddish, Stockport, England
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| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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 British Army |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Service number | 8133 |
| Unit | Lancashire Fusiliers |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Joseph Lister was a brave soldier in the British Army. He was born on October 19, 1886, and passed away on January 19, 1963. He is famous for receiving the Victoria Cross, which is the highest award for bravery a soldier can get in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries.
Lister was a Sergeant in the 1st Battalion of The Lancashire Fusiliers. He was 30 years old when he showed incredible courage during World War I. His heroic actions took place in Belgium at the battle of Passchendaele on October 9, 1917.
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A Heroic Act in Battle
Sergeant Lister showed amazing bravery during a battle in Belgium. His company was trying to move forward, but they were stopped by heavy machine-gun fire. The shots were coming from a small concrete shelter called a pillbox.
Facing the Enemy Alone
Seeing his comrades stuck, Sergeant Lister bravely ran ahead of his men. He found the machine gun that was causing trouble. He quickly shot two of the enemy gunners. The remaining gunners then gave up and surrendered.
Capturing Many Soldiers
After dealing with the machine gun, Sergeant Lister went to the pillbox. He shouted for the soldiers inside to surrender. They did, except for one person whom he had to shoot. After this, about 100 enemy soldiers came out from nearby shell-holes and surrendered to him.
Life After the War
Sergeant Joseph Lister survived World War I. He lived until 1963, passing away at 76 years old. He is buried in Willow Grove Cemetery in Reddish, England.
Where to See His Medal
His special Victoria Cross medal is now on display. You can see it in the Lord Ashcroft Gallery. This gallery is located at the Imperial War Museum in London. It's a great place to learn about brave soldiers.
Honoring His Memory
One hundred years after his brave actions, Joseph Lister was honored. The Salford City Council placed a special paving stone for him. This stone is outside the Broughton Hub, remembering his courage.
