Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Lindsay Hoyle (Labour), on Tuesday, 9 December 2003, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 29 members in total.
JACK HARRISON
That this House welcomes the decision to award Jack Harrison with the Victoria Cross for his bravery during the First World War where he single-handedly attacked a German machine-gun post during the battle of Oppy Wood on 3rd May 1917; notes that before joining the army he played rugby league for Hull FC, gaining legendary status at the club, scoring 52 tries during the 1914-15 season which remains a club record; and pays tribute to his efforts on the rugby pitch and his ultimate sacrifice during World War One.
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- Early day motion
- Reference
- 249
- Session
- 2003-04
- Subjects
- Medals Military decorations World War I Victoria Cross Rugby (sport) Harrison, Jack
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