Nathaniel Burslem

Nathaniel Godolphin Burslem
Born2 February 1837
Limerick, Ireland
Died14 July 1865 (aged 28)
Waihou River, New Zealand
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service/branch British Army
RankCaptain
Unit67th Regiment of Foot
Battles/warsSecond Opium War
AwardsVictoria Cross

Nathaniel Godolphin Burslem VC (2 February 1837 – 14 July 1865), born in Limerick, Ireland; was by birth both Irish and by descent 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.