V.C. Awarded In Barrow (1916)

Описание: World War One. Victoria Cross Medal to William Thomas Forshaw.

Barrow.

Crowd of soldiers and others assembled outside building with large arch, facing the crowd are a group of dignitaries. Car pulls up; the war hero Barrow and another man get out and walk towards dignitaries. Forshaw salutes and they sit. Mayor makes a speech, gives the medal to Forshaw, then leads the crowd in a cheer and a waving of hats.

Modified WPA record. Forshaw previously listed as "Barrow". Title previously listed as "BARROW V.C."
FILM ID:1854.23

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