Adam Archibald
Adam Archibald VC was a Scottish First World War recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
In 1915, Archibald enlisted with the 7th Durham Light Infantry before transferring to the 218th Field Company, Royal Engineers during the second battle of the Sambre. At the age of 39, he was awarded the Victoria Cross for action while his unit was attempting to bridge the Sambre–Oise Canal. Archibald received his medal from King George V at Buckingham Palace in May 1919. From his citation:Freemasonry
He was initiated into Freemasonry in Lodge Elgin & Bruce, No.1077], in 1912. He later affiliated to Lodge St James Operative, No.97,.His Victoria Cross is displayed at the Royal Engineers Museum, Chatham, Kent.Death
Adam Archibald died at his home in Leith at the age of 78.
