John Berryman (VC)
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John Berryman VC (18 July 1825 – 27 June 1896) was a British Army non-commissioned officer and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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John Berryman | |
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Born | (1825-07-18)18 July 1825 Dudley, England |
Died | 27 June 1896(1896-06-27) (aged 70) Woldingham, England |
Buried | St Agatha's Churchyard, Woldingham |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Rank | Major |
Unit | 17th Lancers 5th Lancers |
Battles/wars | Crimean War Anglo-Zulu War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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