What is recorded here

The public map records this plaque for Alfred Smith VC. Its recorded inscription reads: Second Lieutenant Alfred Smith, East Lancashire Regiment, 23rd December 1915

Second Lieutenant Alfred Smith was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery during World War I, specifically for making a solo attack on a German trench near Givenchy-lès-la-Bassée, France, which resulted in the capture of an enemy machine gun and several prisoners. His actions exemplify the valor and sacrifice of soldiers in WWI.

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