James McKechnie | |
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Born | June 1826 Paisley, Renfrewshire |
Died | 5 July 1886 (aged 60) Glasgow |
Buried | Eastern Necropolis, Glasgow |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service | British Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | Scots Fusilier Guards |
Battles / wars | Crimean War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
James McKechnie VC (30 June 1826 – 5 July 1886) was a Scottish 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.