William Gregg (VC)

William Gregg
William Beesley (left) and William Gregg
Born(1890-01-27)27 January 1890
Heanor, Derbyshire, England
Died10 August 1969(1969-08-10) (aged 79)
Heanor, Derbyshire, England
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
BranchBritish Army
RankCompany Sergeant-Major
UnitRifle Brigade
The Sherwood Foresters
ConflictsFirst World War
Second World War
AwardsVictoria Cross
Distinguished Conduct Medal
Military Medal

William Gregg, VC, DCM, MM (27 January 1890 – 10 August 1969) was a British soldier and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.