William Thomas Rickard

"William Rickard" redirects here. For the Ontario legislator, see William Rickard (politician).

William Thomas Rickard
Born(1828-02-10)10 February 1828
Stoke Damerel, Devonport, Devon
Died21 February 1905(1905-02-21) (aged 77)
Ryde, Isle of Wight
Buried
Town Cemetery, Ryde
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
BranchRoyal Navy
ConflictsCrimean War
AwardsVictoria Cross
Conspicuous Gallantry Medal
Knight of the Legion of Honour (France)
Other workChief Officer, Her Majesty's Coastguard

William Thomas Rickard, VC, CGM (10 February 1828 – 21 February 1905) was a British sailor 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.

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