Robin Hoare, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Robin Hoare

British recipient of the Albert Medal

Date of Birth: 26-Sep-1890

Place of Birth: Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 06-Feb-1959

Profession: military personnel

Zodiac Sign: Libra


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About Robin Hoare

  • Lieutenant Commander Keith Robin Hoare, (26 September 1890 – 6 February 1959) was a Royal Navy officer and a recipient of the Albert Medal, formerly a high level decoration of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth awarded for gallantry in saving life.
  • Hoare was awarded the Albert Medal in 1918 for his actions in removing depth charges from HM Motor Launch 356 after its engine room exploded, despite the flames, thus preventing a further explosion.
  • With the establishment of the George Cross in 1940, the Albert Medal was discontinued.

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