John Watson | |
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| Born | 6 September 1829 Chigwell, Essex |
| Died | 23 January 1919 (aged 89) Finchampstead, Berkshire |
| Buried | St James Churchyard, Finchampstead |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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| Years of service | 1848–? |
| Rank | General |
| Commands | 4th Sikh Irregular Cavalry |
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General Sir John Watson, VC, GCB (6 September 1829 – 23 January 1919) 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. An officer serving with the Bengal Army, Watson received his Victoria Cross for actions at Lucknow during the Indian Mutiny. He later rose to the rank of general in the British Indian Army.