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James ParkJames Park 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. Details He was approx. 22 years old, and a Gunner in the Bengal Artillery, Indian Army during the Indian Mutiny when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC. During the whole of the period 14 to 22 November 1857 at the Relief of Lucknow, India, Gunner Park acted with conspicuous gallantry. He was killed in action, Lucknow, India, on 14 June 1858. Further information Elected by the regiment. The medal please update if you know where his medal is publicly displayed References See also External links This page has been migrated from the Victoria Cross Reference with permission.
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