Parkash Singh
Parkash Singh | |
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Havildar Parkash Singh, VC, 8th Punjab Regiment. | |
| Born | 31 March 1913 Lyallpur District, British India |
| Died | 23 March 1991 (aged 77) Ealing, London |
| Allegiance | British India India |
| Service | British Indian Army (1936-1947) Indian Army (1947-1968) |
| Years of service | 1936-1968 |
| Rank | Jemadar (British Indian Army) Major (Indian Army) |
| Service number | 14696 (enlisted) SS-14772 (short-service commission) IC-6070 (regular commission) |
| Unit | 8th Punjab Regiment Sikh Regiment |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Major Parkash Singh VC (31 March 1913 – 23 March 1991) was a Sikh Indian 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.