Arthur Mayo (VC)

For the American politician, see Arthur Mayo (politician).

Arthur Mayo
Born(1840-05-18)18 May 1840
Oxford, England
Died18 May 1920(1920-05-18) (aged 80)
Boscombe, Bournemouth, England
Buried
East Cemetery, Boscombe
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
BranchRoyal Navy
Indian Navy
RankMidshipman
ConflictsIndian Mutiny
AwardsVictoria Cross

Arthur Mayo VC (18 May 1840 – 18 May 1920) 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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