John Connors (VC)
John Connors VC (October 1830 – 29 January 1857) was born in Duagh, Listowel, County Kerry, Ireland 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.
John Connors | |
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Born | October 1830 Listowel, County Kerry |
Died | 29 January 1857 (aged 26) Corfu, Greece |
Buried | British Cemetery, Corfu |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Rank | Corporal |
Unit | 3rd Regiment of Foot |
Battles/wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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