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 commanded the 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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