Robert Morrow (VC) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Robert Morrow
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| Born | 7 September 1891 Newmills, Dungannon, County Tyrone, Ireland |
| Died | 26 April 1915 (aged 23) St. Jan, Belgium |
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White House Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery
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| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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 British Army |
| Years of service | 1910–1915 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Royal Irish Fusiliers |
| Battles/wars | World War I † |
| Awards | Victoria Cross Cross of St. George (Russia) |
Robert Morrow was a very brave soldier. He received the Victoria Cross, which is the highest award for courage in the British and Commonwealth armies. He was born on September 7, 1891, and passed away on April 26, 1915.
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Robert Morrow: A True Hero
Early Life and Military Service
Robert Morrow was born in Newmills, a town in County Tyrone, Ireland. When he was 23 years old, he was a soldier in the British Army. He was a Private in the 1st Battalion of The Princess Victoria's Royal Irish Fusiliers. This was during the time of the First World War.
A Brave Act of Rescue
On April 12, 1915, Private Morrow showed incredible bravery. This happened near a place called Messines in Belgium. Trenches, which are long ditches soldiers use for protection, were hit by enemy shells. Many soldiers were buried under the dirt and debris.
Private Morrow acted on his own. He went into the dangerous area where the shells were still falling. He rescued several men who were trapped. He carried them to safer places, even while the enemy was shooting heavily. His actions saved many lives.
Remembering Robert Morrow
Sadly, Robert Morrow was injured and later died from his wounds. This happened at St. Jan, which is in the Ypres Salient area of Belgium. He passed away on April 26, 1915.
He is buried in the White House Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery. On his gravestone, it says: "GOD IS LOVE". His Victoria Cross medal is kept safe. You can see it at the Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum in Armagh, Northern Ireland.
