John Pearson (VC)

John Pearson
Born(1825-01-19)19 January 1825
Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire
Died18 April 1892(1892-04-18) (aged 67)
Lion's Head, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada
Buried
Eastnor Township Cemetery, Lion's Head
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
RankSergeant
Unit
Battles / wars
Awards

John Pearson VC (19 January 1825 – 18 April 1892) 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 members of the British and Commonwealth forces.