Marker gravestone of 2nd Lt Alfred Smith VC in Twelve Tree Copse Cemetery, Cape Helles, Gallipoli, Turkey
Alfred Victor Smith was 24 years old, and a second lieutenant in the 1/5th Battalion, East Lancashire Regiment, British Army on 23 December 1915 at Helles, Gallipoli, Turkey during the First World War, and who died in action for which he was awarded the Victoria Cross. His citation reads: "For most conspicuous bravery. He was in the act of throwing a grenade when it slipped from his hand and fell to the bottom of the trench close to several officers and men. He immediately shouted a warning and jumped clear to safety. He then saw that the officers and men were unable to find cover and knowing that the grenade was due to explode at any moment, he returned and flung himself upon it. He was instantly killed by the explosion. His magnificent act of self-sacrifice undoubtedly saved many lives." He is buried in Twelve Tree Copse Cemetery although the precise location of his grave within the cemetery is not known. Source: Wikipedia
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Location: Twelve Tree Copse Cemetery, Cape Helles, Gallipoli, Turkey
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