#OnThisDay 1914 Sgt David Nelson, from Monaghan, brought his guns into action, despite being badly wounded. He spent all his ammo, was then captured but managed to escape & have shrapnel removed from his lung. For this he was awarded the Victoria Cross.
Nelson returned to France as was promoted to Major but was killed in action in the final months of the war.
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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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