William Thomas Rickard | |
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| Born | 10 February 1828 Stoke Damerel, Devonport, Devon |
| Died | 21 February 1905 (aged 77) Ryde, Isle of Wight |
| Buried | Town Cemetery, Ryde |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service | Royal Navy |
| Battles / wars | Crimean War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross Conspicuous Gallantry Medal Knight of the Legion of Honour (France) |
| Other work | Chief Officer, Her Majesty's Coastguard |
William Thomas Rickard, VC, CGM (10 February 1828 – 21 February 1905) was a British sailor 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.