Henry Smith (VC)
Recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Henry Smith VC (c. 1825 ā 18 August 1862) was an English recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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Born | c. 1825 Thames Ditton, Surrey |
Died | 18 August 1862 (aged 36ā37) Gwalior, British India |
Buried | Gwalior Cemetery |
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Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 52nd Regiment of Foot |
Battles/wars | Indian Mutiny |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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