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John Coleman (VC)
John Coleman | |
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| Born | c. 1821 Norwich, Norfolk |
| Died | 22 May 1858 Lucknow, British India |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service |  British Army |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 97th Regiment of Foot |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
John Coleman VC (c. 1821 – 22 May 1858) was an English 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 a native of Norwich.[1]
- ^ Norfolk Chronicle and Norwich Gazette, 24 July 1858;Norfolk News 24 July 1858;Norfolk Chronicle, 11 September 1858
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