John Anderson (VC)
John Anderson | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | Jack |
| Born | 12 January 1918 Hampstead, London, England |
| Died | 5 October 1943 (aged 25) Termoli, Italy |
| Buried | Sangro River War Cemetery, Italy |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service | British Army |
| Years of service | 1940–1943 |
| Rank | Major |
| Service number | 126502 |
| Unit | Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders |
| Commands | 8th Battalion, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders |
| Battles / wars | Second World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross Distinguished Service Order |
Major John Thompson McKellar Anderson VC, DSO, TD (12 January 1918 – 5 October 1943) was a British Army officer and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.