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John DivaneJohn Divane was an Irish 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. 34 years old, and a Private in the 1st Bn., 60th Rifles (later The King's Royal Rifle Corps), British Army during the Indian Mutiny when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC. On 10 September 1857 at Delhi, India, Private Divane headed a successful charge by the Beeloochee and Sikh troops on one of the enemy's trenches. He leapt out of our trenches, closely followed by the native troops and was shot down from the top of the enemy's breastworks. Further information Elected by the regiment. Also known as DEVINE and DUANE. 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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