George Strong (VC)

George Strong
Depiction of the Siege of Sebastopol
Born(1833-04-07)7 April 1833
Odcombe, Somerset
Died25 August 1888(1888-08-25) (aged 55)
Sherston Magna, Wiltshire
Buried
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
RankPrivate
UnitColdstream Guards
Battles / warsCrimean War
AwardsVictoria Cross

George Strong VC (7 April 1833 – 25 August 1888) 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.