Valentine Fleming

Scottish soldier and politician

Valentine Fleming - Leaders & Politicians born 1887
Born

1887
139 years ago

Died
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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