Christopher Augustus Cox VC (25 December 1889 – 28 April 1959) was an English 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.
Read more about Christopher Augustus Cox: Early Army Career, Victoria Cross, Injury and Discharge, Memorial Celebration in 2007
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