What is recorded here
The public map records this plaque for Frederick Hitch. Its recorded inscription reads: Private Frederick Hitch V.C. (1856-1913) Hero of Rorke's Drift lived and died here
Frederick Hitch was a British soldier who received the Victoria Cross for his bravery during the defense of Rorke's Drift in 1879, part of the Anglo-Zulu War; he is remembered for his critical role in repelling numerous Zulu attacks.
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