The exploit of Michael O'Leary, V.C. of the Irish Guards

Capturing the position practically by himself: the exploit of Michael O'Leary, V.C. of the Irish Guards in 1915. A deed of valour which probably saved a whole British company: Sergeant O'Leary, well ahead of his comrades, shoots the whole crew of a German machine gun, before advancing to attack their next barricade beyond, in the La Bassee brickfield at Cuinchy, France

Apr16 Bassee Brickfield Capturing Deed Deeds Exploit Exploits Heroic Heroism Leary O Leary Oleary Practically Recipient Recipients Valour

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