Question 703

The Victoria Cross (V.C.) is the highest honour for bravery awarded to Canadians. Who was the first Canadian to receive this award for his actions during the Crimean War in 1854?

  1. ACaptain Paul Triquet
  2. BLieutenant Alexander Roberts Dunn
  3. CCaptain Billy Bishop
  4. DAble Seaman William Hall
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: B) Lieutenant Alexander Roberts Dunn

Explanation

Then Lieutenant Alexander Roberts Dunn, who served in the British Army during the Crimean War, was the first Canadian to be awarded the Victoria Cross in 1854.

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