Philip Salkeld | |
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| Born | 13 October 1830 Fontmell Magna, Dorset |
| Died | 10 October 1857 (aged 26) Delhi, British India |
| Buried | Old Delhi Military Cemetery, Delhi |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service | Bengal Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | Bengal Engineers |
| Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Philip Salkeld VC (13 October 1830 – 10 October 1857) 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. He was the first person to be awarded the Victoria Cross posthumously.
He was born at the Rectory in Fontmell Magna, Dorset, England, educated at King's College School, London, and is buried in the Old Delhi Military Cemetery, Delhi, India.