About
Irish-born war hero who was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross.
Before Fame
He initially planned to become a priest; however, in 1936, he enlisted in the Royal Air Force instead.
Trivia
He acted heroically during the Battle of Arnhem.
Family Life
He was born in Cork, Ireland and spent his childhood in British India and Wales.
Associated With
Winston Churchill was British Prime Minister during World War II, the war that made Lord a national hero.
