John Augustus Wood
Colonel John Augustus Wood VC (10 June 1818 – 23 January 1878) 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.
John Augustus Wood | |
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| Born | 10 June 1818 Fort William, Scotland |
| Died | 23 January 1878 Poona, British India |
| Buried | St Mary's Churchyard, Poona |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | Bombay Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 20th Bombay Native Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Anglo-Persian War Indian Mutiny |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
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