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John Barry, Irish soldier, Victoria Cross recipient (died 1901)
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John Barry (VC)
Recipient of the Victoria Cross (1873–1901)
John Barry, born St Mary's parish, Kilkenny, Ireland, was an Irish 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.Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Victoria Cross
Highest military decoration for valour in the UK
The Victoria Cross (VC) is the highest and most prestigious decoration of the British decorations system. It is awarded for valour "in the presence of the enemy" to members of the British Armed Forces and may be awarded posthumously. It was previously awarded to service…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)