Irish born sergeant in the Royal Horse Artillery.
Awarded the VC for his heroism on 1 September 1914, age 28, while serving in the Royal Horse Artillery. "During a holding action by his battery and although badly wounded, he continued to bring his guns into action, a conspicuous act of bravery. (Néry, France)". Freemason at: â„–1000, Priory Lodge.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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