Gavin Hamilton (British Army officer)
Gavin John Hamilton | |
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| Born | 15 May 1953 Harrogate, Yorkshire |
| Died | 10 June 1982 (aged 29) Many Branch Point, near Port Howard, Falkland Islands |
| Buried | Port Howard Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Years of service | 1975–1982 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Service number | 499793 |
| Unit | Green Howards 19 Troop, 22 SAS |
| Battles / wars | The Troubles Falklands War
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| Awards | Military Cross |
Captain Gavin John Hamilton, MC (15 May 1953 – 10 June 1982) was a British Army infantry soldier. He was educated at The Royal Masonic School, Bushey. He was the Officer Commanding 19 (Mountain) Troop, D Squadron, 22 Special Air Service during the Falklands War when he was killed in action behind enemy lines on West Falkland.