William Gardner (VC)

William Gardner
Born(1821-03-03)3 March 1821
Nemphlar, Lanarkshire
Died24 October 1897(1897-10-24) (aged 76)
Bothwell, Lanarkshire
Buried
Bothwell Park Cemetery
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service / branch British Army
RankSergeant-Major
Unit42nd Regiment of Foot
Battles / wars
Awards

William Gardner VC DCM (3 March 1821 – 24 October 1897) was a Scottish 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.