Paul Triquet

Brigadier-General Paul Triquet VC, CD, (April 2, 1910–August 8, 1980), born in Cabano, Quebec, was a Canadian recipient of the Victoria Cross (VC), the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. Triquet held the rank of captain at the time of his VC award, and went on to achieve the rank of brigadier-general. Triquet was the only Quebecer to be awarded the VC during the Second World War.

Paul Triquet

Brigadier-General Paul Triquet VC, CD, (April 2, 1910–August 8, 1980), born in Cabano, Quebec, was a Canadian recipient of the Victoria Cross (VC), the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. Triquet held the rank of captain at the time of his VC award, and went on to achieve the rank of brigadier-general. Triquet was the only Quebecer to be awarded the VC during the Second World War.