Sam Browne
British general, recipient of the Victoria Cross (1824-1901) · Scientists · Died at 76
General Sir Samuel James Browne, was a British Indian Army cavalry officer, known best as the creator of the Sam Browne belt. He was a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the most prestigious award for gallantry in combat that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1824 to 1901 · aged 76
