Victor Fortune
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| Sir Victor Morven Fortune | |
|---|---|
| August 21, 1883 to January 2, 1949 | |
| Place of birth | Castle Douglas, Scotland |
| Place of death | Perth, Scotland |
| Allegiance | British Army |
| Rank | Major-General |
| Unit | 51st (Highland) Division |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | KBE, DSO, CB, LegH, Phnx |
| Other work | Deputy Lieutenant, County of Perth Honorary Colonel, The Seaforth Highlanders |
Major General Sir Victor Morven Fortune was a British Army officer who was famous for commanding the British 51st (Highland) Infantry Division during the Battle of France. He was captured during the battle and spent the remainder of the war as a prisoner of war.
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