Patrick Anthony Porteous
Colonel Patrick Anthony Porteous VC (1 January 1918 – 9 October 2000) was a Scottish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
Patrick Anthony Porteous | |
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| Born | 1 January 1918 Abbottabad, British India |
| Died | 9 October 2000 (aged 82) Funtington, West Sussex |
| Buried | St Mary's Churchyard, Funtington |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army |
| Years of service | 1937−1970 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Service number | 73033 |
| Unit | Royal Artillery No. 4 Commando |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
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