Richard Wadeson VC | |
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Born | Lancaster, Lancashire | 31 July 1826
Died | 24 January 1885 Royal Hospital, Chelsea | (aged 58)
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | 75th Regiment of Foot |
Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Colonel Richard Wadeson VC (31 July 1826 – 24 January 1885) 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.