James Cleland Richardson
James Cleland Richardson VC (25 November 1895 – 8/9 October 1916) was a Canadian 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.
James Cleland Richardson | |
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Piper James C. Richardson, VC, circa. 1914-15 | |
| Nickname(s) | Jimmy |
| Born | 25 November 1895 Bellshill, Scotland |
| Died | 9 October 1916 (aged 20) Ancre Heights, Somme, France |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Service/ | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
| Years of service | 1914 - 1916 |
| Rank | Piper |
| Unit | 16th (Canadian Scottish) Battalion, CEF |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
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