Victoria's Cross Awarded To Indian Civilian

Victoria's Cross Awarded To Indian Civilian

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The video covers Wavel, the Indian viceroy, presenting the Victoria Cross to a widow of a Hindu soldier on behalf of the King Emperor in London. It highlights the viceroy receiving a gift from a native battalion and Way Bell's military command in Java and India. The video concludes with a seldom-seen Himalayan tribal dance and mentions a 104-year-old tribesman.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant honor was presented to the widow of a Hindu soldier by the Indian Viceroy?

The Purple Heart

The Victoria Cross

The Distinguished Service Cross

The Medal of Honor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Wavel hold before becoming the Indian Viceroy?

Commander in Java

Governor of Bombay

Ambassador to China

Prime Minister of India

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What gift did Wavel receive from a native battalion?

A cultural dance performance

A commemorative plaque

A traditional garment

A ceremonial sword

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique cultural event was performed in honor of Wavel?

A classical music concert

A military parade

A Himalayan tribal dance

A royal banquet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was mentioned as being 104 years old in the cultural tribute?

A British officer

A local chieftain

A historian

A tribesman