Question 760

Corporal Filip Konowal, the first Canadian Corps member not born in the British Empire to receive the Victoria Cross, was recognized for his exceptional courage during which 1917 battle?

  1. AThe Battle of Vimy Ridge
  2. BThe Charge of the Light Brigade
  3. CThe Siege of Lucknow
  4. DThe Battle of Hill 70
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Correct answer: D) The Battle of Hill 70

Explanation

The guide specifies that Corporal Filip Konowal, who was born in Ukraine, showed exceptional courage in the Battle of Hill 70 in 1917, for which he was awarded the Victoria Cross.

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