John Readitt

John Readitt
Born19 January 1897
Clayton, Manchester
Died9 June 1964 (aged 67)
Manchester
Buried
Gorton Cemetery, Manchester
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
Years of service1915 - 1919
RankSergeant
UnitThe South Lancashire Regiment
Battles / warsWorld War I
AwardsVictoria Cross
Bronze Medal of Military Valor (Italy)

John Readitt VC (19 January 1897 – 9 June 1964) 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.