Thomas Grady | |
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Born | 18 September 1835 Claddagh, County Galway |
Died | 18 May 1891 (aged 55) South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Years of service | 1853–1856 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 4th Regiment of Foot |
Battles / wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross Distinguished Conduct Medal |
Thomas Grady VC DCM (Irish: Tomás Ó Grádaigh; 18 September 1835 – 18 May 1891) was born in Claddagh, County Galway 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.