George Pearkes

George Pearkes

Major General George Randolph Pearkes, VC, PC, CC, CB, DSO, MC, CD (February 28, 1888 – May 30, 1984) was a Canadian politician; soldier; recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Imperial forces; and the 20th Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.

Read more about George Pearkes:  Early Life, Military Career & Victoria Cross, Political Career, Lieutenant Governor, Family, Legacy

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