Thomas Henry Kavanagh
Thomas Henry Kavanagh | |
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Photograph by Felice Beato, 1858–1859 | |
| Born | 15 July 1821 |
| Died | 13 November 1882 (aged 61) |
| Buried | North Front Cemetery, Gibraltar |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Conflicts | Indian Mutiny |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Thomas Henry Kavanagh VC (15 July 1821 – 13 November 1882) was a member of the Bengal Civil Service and Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry which can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
He is one of only five civilians to have ever been awarded the VC.