Awarded the VC for his heroism on 28-29 April 1917, age 20, while serving in the Honourable Artillery Company. "His superb courage, quick decision and sound judgement were beyond praise. A splendid personal example, which inspired others to continue during more than 30 hours of continuous battle. (Gavrelle, France)". Freemason at: №569, Fitzroy Lodge.
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Reginald Leonard Haine, VC
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Freemason VCs - W4 - Grimshaw, Haine, Hallowes
John Elisha Grimshaw, 25 April 1915, Age 22, The Lancashire Fusiliers, Llanga...
Reginald Haine VC
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