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James KennyJames Kenny 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. Details He was approx. 31 years old, and a Private in the 53rd Regiment (later The King's Shropshire Light Infantry), British Army during the Indian Mutiny when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC. On 16 November 1857 at Lucknow, India, Private Kenny showed conspicuous bravery at the assault on the Secundra Bagh, when, in spite of most heavy cross-fire he volunteered to bring up fresh ammunition to his company. He was killed in action, Mooltan, India, on 3 October 1862. Further information Elected by the regiment. The medal please update if you know where his medal is publicly displayed Reference See also External links This page has been migrated from the Victoria Cross Reference with permission.
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