In this task, we ask you to elaborate the sentence without changing its general meaning. You can do so by explaining further the input sentence, using more precise wording, adding qualifiers and auxiliary information etc.

William Speakman-Pitt , VC ( 21 September 1927 – 20 June 2018 ) , known as Bill Speakman , was a British Army soldier and a recipient of the Victoria Cross .
William Speakman-Pitt , VC ( 21 September 1927 – 20 June 2018 ) , known as Bill Speakman , was a British Army soldier and a recipient of the Victoria Cross , the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces .