Henry Edward Jerome | |
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Born | Antigua, British West Indies | 28 February 1830
Died | 25 February 1901 Bath, Somerset | (aged 70)
Buried | Lansdown Cemetery, Bath |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Rank | Major General |
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Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Major General Henry Edward Jerome VC (28 February 1830 – 25 February 1901) was a 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.