William Odgers | |
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Born | Falmouth, Cornwall | 14 February 1834
Died | 20 December 1873 Saltash, Cornwall | (aged 39)
Buried | St Stephen's Churchyard, Saltash |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | Royal Navy |
Rank | Quartermaster |
Unit | HMS Niger |
Battles / wars | |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
William Odgers VC (14 February 1834 – 20 December 1873) was a Royal Navy sailor and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.