Hugh Burgoyne | |
---|---|
Born | 17 July 1833 Dublin, Ireland |
Died | 7 September 1870 (aged 37) Cape Finisterre |
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | Royal Navy |
Rank | Captain |
Commands | HMS Captain |
Battles / wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Captain Hugh Talbot Burgoyne VC (17 July 1833 – 7 September 1870) was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross. Born in Dublin, he was the son of John Fox Burgoyne and the grandson of John Burgoyne.
Burgoyne was a 21-year-old Royal Navy lieutenant, serving in the Crimean War when he performed the deed for which he was awarded the VC.