Patrick Mahoney | |
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Born | c. 1827 Waterford, Ireland |
Died | 30 October 1857 (aged 29–30) Lucknow, British India |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | Madras Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 1st Madras European Fusiliers |
Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Patrick Mahoney VC (c. 1827 – 30 October 1857) 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.