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John Paton

1833 – 1914

Scottish recipient of the Victoria Cross

Military personnel Prison Governor

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About John Paton

Lived 1833 – 1914 (aged 80). John Paton was a British military personnel and prison Governor.

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Important facts

Born

23 December 1833, Stirling

Birth century

19th century

Died

1 April 1914, Summer Hill

Occupation

Military personnel, Prison Governor

Nationality

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

Awards

Victoria Cross

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped John Paton's

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Paton?

Scottish recipient of the Victoria Cross (1833-1914)

When was John Paton born?

John Paton was born on 23 December 1833 in Stirling.

When did John Paton die?

John Paton died on 1 April 1914 in Summer Hill.

What was John Paton's occupation?

John Paton was a military personnel and prison Governor.

What nationality was John Paton?

John Paton was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Paton

· Wikidata: Q6252051

· DBpedia: John Paton (VC)

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