Monday, May 4, 2015
Lieutenant Commander William Edward Sanders
Name: William Edward Sanders
Date of death: 14 August 1917 (at age 34)
Cause of death: Killed at war
Force: Navy
Summary:
William Edward Sanders was born in Auckland, New Zealand. He was the only New Zealander to win the Victoria Cross and was promoted to lieutenant commander during his naval service.
From the testimony of people who worked with him, he was a natural leader who showed bravery and courage. He was never married.
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