Date of Birth | 13-October-1830 | |
Place of Birth |
Fontmell Magna (United Kingdom, Dorset, North Dorset) |
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Nationality | United Kingdom | |
Profession | Soldier | |
Philip Salkeld VC was an English 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. He was the first person to be awarded the Victoria Cross posthumously. He was born at the Rectory in Fontmell Magna, Dorset, England, educated at King's College School, London, and is buried in the Old Delhi Military Cemetery, Delhi, India. |
Awards by Philip Salkeld |
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1857
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