John Simpson Knox
Scottish Victoria Cross recipient (1828–1897) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Brevet Major John Simpson Knox VC (30 September 1828 – 8 January 1897) was a Scottish 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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John Simpson Knox VC | |
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Born | 30 September 1828 Glasgow, Scotland |
Died | 8 January 1897(1897-01-08) (aged 68) Cheltenham, Gloucestershire |
Buried | Cheltenham Cemetery |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Years of service | c. 1842–1872 |
Rank | Brevet Major |
Unit | Scots Fusilier Guards 93rd Regiment of Foot Rifle Brigade |
Battles/wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross Legion d'Honneur (France) |
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