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James Cooper | |
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Born | Birmingham, England | September 1840
Died | 9 August 1889 Birmingham | (aged 48)
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Rank | Private |
Unit | 24th Regiment of Foot |
Battles / wars | Andaman Islands Expedition |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
James Cooper VC (September 1840 – 9 August 1889) 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.