The youngest sergeant in British history is believed to be George W. H. H. B. Baird, who was promoted to the rank of sergeant in the British Army at the age of 15 during World War I. His promotion was recorded in 1916, showcasing how age requirements were often bypassed during wartime. However, records can be inconsistent, and there may be other contenders for this title throughout history.
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