James Pearson
Recipient of the Victoria Cross
About James Pearson
Lived 1822 – 1900 (aged 77). James Pearson was an Irish prison Governor.
James Pearson VC (2 October 1822 – 23 January 1900) 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.
He was 35 years old, and a private in the 86th Regiment of Foot (later The Royal Irish Rifles), British Army during the Indian Mutiny when the following deed took place on 3 April 1858 at Jhansi for which he was awarded the VC:
Pearson went on to achieve the rank of Sergeant.
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Who was James Pearson?
recipient of the Victoria Cross (1822–1900)
When was James Pearson born?
James Pearson was born on 2 October 1822 in Rathdowney.
When did James Pearson die?
James Pearson died on 23 January 1900 in presidencies and provinces in British India.
What was James Pearson's occupation?
James Pearson was a prison Governor.
What nationality was James Pearson?
James Pearson was Irish.
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