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The Bristol Grammar School website provides his service and death details and this biographical information: 'Son of William Hill, wholesale clothier, and Hester Ann, of Stapleton Refectory. Younger brother of Ellen M, Margaret Amy, Marion, William J, Bertram G, Hester G, Arthur G, and Ada Gertrude.
Hill was born on 12/08/1889, and attended the School from 1902-1906. He served as a Captain in the Army, with the Gloucestershire Regiment 4th Bn.. He was awarded the Military Cross with 1st Bar. Hill sadly lost his life on 04/11/1918, as a result of the War.
Hill is buried in Landrecies British Cemetery, France, grave reference A. 70.
Hill was awarded the Military Cross on 26th May 1917, gazette issue 30095, page 5182: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy's trenches. He led his men with great dash during the fighting in the enemy front line, himself killing one of the enemy and capturing two prisoners. Later, he organised and led a bombing attack. He was wounded."
Hill was awarded 1st Bar to Military Cross on 4th October 1919, gazette issue 31583, page 12245: "For conspicuous gallantry in leading his company in the attacks on Beaurevoir and Maretz, 5th/10th October, 1918. The success of the operation at the first place was largely due to the efficient mopping up of the cellars, which he personally led in the most gallant manner. Throughout the operations he consistantly showed courage and ability of a very high order."
He was killed at the crossing the Sambre canal. It proved to be the Glosters’ last action in France.