David Younger

David Younger
Born(1871-03-17)17 March 1871
Edinburgh, Scotland
Died11 July 1900(1900-07-11) (aged 29)  †
Krugersdorp, South Africa
Buried
Krugersdorp Cemetery
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch British Army
Service years1893 – 1900
RankCaptain
UnitThe Gordon Highlanders
Conflicts
AwardsVictoria Cross
For the brewer and lord lieutenant, see Sir David Younger.
For the politician, see David Younger (American politician).

Captain David Reginald Younger, VC (17 March 1871 – 11 July 1900) 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.

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