James Byrne | |
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| Born | c. 1822 Newtown, County Wicklow |
| Died | 6 December 1872 (aged 49–50) Dublin, Ireland |
| Buried | Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service | British Army |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 86th Regiment of Foot |
| Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
| Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Doran |
James Byrne VC (Irish: Séamus Ó Broin; c. 1822 – 6 December 1872) 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.