Albert Jacka VC , MC & Bar ( 10 January 1893 -- 17 January 1932 ) was given the Victoria Cross , the highest medal for valor `` in the face of the enemy '' that can be given to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces . Albert Jacka VC , MC & Bar ( 10 January 1893 -- 17 January 1932 ) was an Australian recipient of the Victoria Cross , the highest decoration for gallantry `` in the face of the enemy '' that can be awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces .