Thomas Grady (VC)

Thomas Grady
Born18 September 1835
Claddagh, County Galway
Died18 May 1891 (aged 55)
South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Buried
Melbourne General Cemetery
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch British Army
Service years1853–1856
RankSergeant
Unit4th Regiment of Foot
ConflictsCrimean War
AwardsVictoria Cross
Distinguished Conduct Medal

Thomas Grady VC DCM (Irish: Tomás Ó Grádaigh; 18 September 1835 – 18 May 1891) was born in Claddagh, County Galway and 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.

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