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88 pts
- Canadian Army: #1 of 1
- Fighter / combat pilot: #3 of 3
- World War II: #10 of 11
- Invasion of Normandy: #1 of 1
- Battle of the Scheldt: #1 of 1
- Liberation of Zwolle: #1 of 1
- Korean War: #3 of 3
- First Battle of Maryang San: #1 of 1
Léo Major
Sergeant, Canadian Army
World War IIInvasion of NormandyBattle of the ScheldtLiberation of ZwolleKorean WarFirst Battle of Maryang San
#14 of 15 global
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Biography
Léo Major was a Canadian soldier who served with distinction during his military career. He is famously recognized as the only Canadian, and one of only three soldiers in the entire British Commonwealth, to receive the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) twice in separate wars.
Throughout his service, Major demonstrated extraordinary bravery and initiative on the battlefield. His actions in combat became legendary, securing his place as one of the most decorated and respected soldiers in Canadian military history.
His legacy remains a symbol of remarkable valor, resourcefulness, and dedication, celebrated both in Canada and by the international military community.
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Score Breakdown
Distinguished Conduct Medal(88 pts × 1)
+881939 1945 Star x1939(Not counted toward heroic score (Valor_Tier ≥ 5))
0France and Germany Star(Not counted toward heroic score (Valor_Tier ≥ 5))
0Canadian Volunteer Service Medal(Not counted toward heroic score (Valor_Tier ≥ 5))
0War Medal 1939-45(Not counted toward heroic score (Valor_Tier ≥ 5))
0Korea Medal(Not counted toward heroic score (Valor_Tier ≥ 5))
0United Nations Service Medal(USM-25: not scored (non-heroism / decorative award))
0Defence Medal (United Kingdom)(Not counted toward heroic score (Valor_Tier ≥ 5))
0Canadian Volunteer Service Medal for Korea(USM-25: not scored (non-heroism / decorative award))
0Total (rounded to nearest 5)88 pts