Pte Abraham Acton VC
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This historical landmark commemorates Pte Abraham Acton VC, a local soldier born in Whitehaven who served in the 2nd Battalion The Border Regiment. He was awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery during the First World War, saving lives alongside Pte Smith of Workington. The site marks his birthplace and honours his selfless actions, serving as a reminder of local military history.
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Pte Abraham Acton V.C. 2nd BATTALION THE BORDER REGIMENT 1892-1915 Born at 2 Tyson’s Court. Awarded the Victoria Cross for his brave and selfless action, alongside Private Smith of Workington, in which two lives were saved at Rouges Bancs on 21st December 1914. Private Acton was killed in action at the Battle of Festubert on 16th May 1915. WHITEHAVEN’S FIRST VC - WHITEHAVEN & DISTRICT CIVIC SOCIETY.
