World War II Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Sepoy in the 8th Punjab Regiment, Indian Army. At the River Gari, Italy, May 12, 1944, Sepoy Ram's company was held up by machine-gun fire from enemy posts on the front and flanks. The capture of the position was essential and Sepoy Ram volunteered to get round the rear of the right post and silence it. He attacked the first two posts single-handed, killing the occupants and together with a comrade, he then went on to complete the destruction of a third. For outstanding bravery, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of Subedar (Major).
World War II Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Sepoy in the 8th Punjab Regiment, Indian Army. At the River Gari, Italy, May 12, 1944, Sepoy Ram's company was held up by machine-gun fire from enemy posts on the front and flanks. The capture of the position was essential and Sepoy Ram volunteered to get round the rear of the right post and silence it. He attacked the first two posts single-handed, killing the occupants and together with a comrade, he then went on to complete the destruction of a third. For outstanding bravery, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of Subedar (Major).
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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