John Norwood | |
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 Norwood on a cigarette card | |
| Born | 8 September 1876 Beckenham, Kent |
| Died | 8 September 1914 (aged 38) Sablonnieres, France |
| Buried | Sablonnieres New Communal Cemetery |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service |  British Army |
| Years of service | 1899–1914 † |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | 5th Dragoon Guards |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Captain John Norwood VC (8 September 1876 – 8 September 1914) 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. He was educated at Exeter College, Oxford.
