Wilfred Wood

Wilfred Wood
Born2 February 1897
Stockport, Cheshire
Died3 January 1982 (aged 84)
Stockport
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
Years of service1916–1918
RankPrivate
UnitThe Northumberland Fusiliers
Battles / warsBattle of Vittorio Veneto (World War I)
AwardsVictoria Cross
Other workLocomotive driver

Wilfred Wood VC (2 February 1897 – 3 January 1982) 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.

The VC was awarded for action on the Italian front against Austro-Hungarian forces in the First World War.