Henry Gore-Browne
Colonel Henry George Gore-Browne VC (30 September 1830 – 15 November 1912) was born in Newtown, County Roscommon and 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.
Henry Gore-Browne | |
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| Born | 30 September 1830 Newtown, County Roscommon |
| Died | 15 November 1912 (aged 82) Shanklin, Isle of Wight |
| Buried | St Mary the Virgin Churchyard, Brook, Isle of Wight |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 32nd Regiment of Foot 100th Regiment of Foot |
| Battles/wars | Indian Mutiny |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
| Other work | Deputy Governor of the Isle of Wight |
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