William Coffey | |
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Born | 5 August 1829 Knocklong, County Limerick |
Died | 13 July 1875 (aged 45) Chesterfield, Derbyshire |
Buried | Spital cemetery, Chesterfield |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 34th Regiment of Foot |
Battles / wars | Crimean War Indian Mutiny |
Awards | Victoria Cross Distinguished Conduct Medal Médaille militaire |
William Coffey VC DCM (5 August 1829 – 13 July 1875), born in Knocklong, County Limerick, 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.