William Griffiths (VC)

William Griffiths
Born1841
County Roscommon, Ireland
Died(1879-01-22)22 January 1879
Isandlwana, South Africa
Allegiance United Kingdom
Service/branchBritish Army
RankPrivate
Unit24th Regiment of Foot
Battles/warsAndaman Islands Expedition
Anglo-Zulu War
Battle of Isandlwana 
AwardsVictoria Cross

William Griffiths VC (1841 – 22 January 1879) 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.