William Napier | |
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Born | Keighley, Yorkshire, England | 20 August 1824
Died | 2 June 1908 Rochester, Victoria, Australia | (aged 80)
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Years of service | 1846–1862 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 13th Regiment of Foot |
Battles / wars | |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
William Napier VC (20 August 1828 – 2 June 1908) was an English 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.