John Frederick McCrea

John Frederick McCrea VC (2 April 1854 – 16 July 1894) was an English-born South African soldier and 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.

For other people named John McCrea, see John McCrea (disambiguation).

John Frederick McCrea
Born2 April 1854
Saint Peter Port, Guernsey
Died16 July 1894 (aged 40)
Kokstad, Cape Colony, South Africa
Allegiance Cape Colony
Service/branch Cape Colonial Forces
RankSurgeon Major
UnitCape Mounted Yeomanry
Cape Mounted Riflemen
Battles/warsBasuto Gun War
Awards Victoria Cross
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