Henry Hartigan | |
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Born | March 1826 Drumlea, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh |
Died | 29 October 1886 (aged 60) Calcutta, British India |
Buried | Barrackpore New Cemetery |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Unit | 9th Lancers |
Battles / wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Henry Hartigan VC (March 1826 – 29 October 1886) was born Drumlea, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh and 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.