William Coffey (VC)

William Coffey
Born5 August 1829
Knocklong, County Limerick
Died13 July 1875 (aged 45)
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Buried
Spital cemetery, Chesterfield
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
RankSergeant
Unit34th Regiment of Foot
Battles / warsCrimean War
Indian Mutiny
AwardsVictoria 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.