Ambrose Madden
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This article is about the Crimean war soldier. For the 18th-century bishop, see Ambrose O'Madden.
Ambrose Madden VC (Irish: Anmchadh Ó Madaidhín; 1820 – 1 January 1863) was an officer in the British Army. Born in Cork he was an Irish 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 | 1820 Cork, Ireland |
Died | 1 January 1863 (aged 42) Jamaica |
Buried | Up Park Military Camp Cemetery |
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Rank | Lieutenant |
Unit | 41st Regiment of Foot 2nd West India Regiment |
Battles/wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross Médaille militaire |
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