Hastings Edward Harrington
Recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Hastings Edward Harington VC (9 November 1832 ā 20 July 1861) 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.
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Hastings Edward Harington | |
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Born | 9 November 1832 |
Died | 20 July 1861(1861-07-20) (aged 29) Agra, India |
Buried | Agra Cemetery |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | Bengal Army British Indian Army |
Years of service | 12 June 1852 ā 20 July 1861 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | Bengal Artillery |
Battles/wars | Indian Mutiny |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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