Mark Scholefield
Recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mark Scholefield, VC (16 April 1828 – 15 February 1858) was a sailor in the Royal Navy and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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Born | (1828-04-16)16 April 1828 London, England |
Died | 15 February 1858(1858-02-15) (aged 29) On board HMS Acorn |
Buried | Buried at sea |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | Royal Navy |
Rank | Quartermaster |
Unit | HMS Albion |
Battles/wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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