Hugh Burgoyne

For other people named Burgoyne, see Burgoyne (disambiguation).

Captain

Hugh Burgoyne

VC
Captain Hugh Talbot Burgoyne, VC RN
Born17 July 1833
Dublin, Ireland
Died7 September 1870 (aged 37)
Cape Finisterre
Buried
Brompton Cemetery
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch Royal Navy
RankCaptain
CommandsHMS Captain
ConflictsCrimean War
AwardsVictoria Cross

Captain Hugh Talbot Burgoyne VC (17 July 1833 – 7 September 1870) was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross. Born in Dublin, he was the son of John Fox Burgoyne and the grandson of John Burgoyne.

Burgoyne was a 21-year-old Royal Navy lieutenant, serving in the Crimean War when he performed the deed for which he was awarded the VC.

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