#OnThisDay 1854 Charles Davis Lucas, from Armagh, was aboard HMS Hecla when a live shell landed on deck. When everyone was ordered to jump down on the deck, Lucas picked up the shell with burning fuse & threw it overboard saving many lives. For this, he was awarded the first ever Victoria Cross medal in 1857. Lucas was eventually promoted to Rear Admiral in the Royal Navy.
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Hi,
I'm David, I'm from Ireland. I am an avid fan of history. I have my B.A. in History, my M.A. in Military History and Strategic Studies,a Post Qualification Diploma in History and I've been teaching History for five years now.
I wanted to create a podcast that examines, in great detail, major Irish battles and battles allover the world in various wars that Irish people played a significant part in.
Hope you enjoy.
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