Peter McManus

Peter McManus
BornMarch 1829
Tynan, County Armagh
Died27 April 1859 (aged 30)
Allahabad, British India
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
RankSergeant
Unit5th Regiment of Foot
Battles / warsIndian Mutiny
AwardsVictoria Cross

Peter McManus VC (March 1829 – 27 April 1859) was born in Tynan, County Armagh, was an Irish 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.