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Thomas Whitham
Thomas Whitham | |
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| Born | 11 May 1888 Worsthorne (near Burnley), Lancashire |
| Died | 22 October 1924 (aged 36) Oldham Infirmary, Lancashire |
| Buried | Inghamite Burial Ground, Wheatley Lane |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service |  British Army |
| Years of service | 1915-1919 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 1st Battalion, Coldstream Guards |
| Battles / wars | World War I - Battle of Passchendaele |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
| Relations | Jack Whitham (grandson) |
| Other work | Bricklayer |
Thomas Whitham VC (11 May 1888 – 22 October 1924) 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.
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