Valentine Fleming
Scottish soldier and politician
Born
1887
138 years ago
Died
May 20th, 1917
108 years ago — 30 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as a politician and soldier during World War I. Held the rank of major in the Royal Field Artillery. Died in action at the Battle of Bapaume in France. His political career included service as a Conservative Member of Parliament for Henley from 1910 until his death in 1917. He was involved in various military campaigns and was recognized for leadership in combat.
Served as a major in the Royal Field Artillery
Represented Henley as a Conservative MP
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