Indian Mutiny Victoria Cross Recipient. Born in Scotland, he served as a Colour Sergeant in the 93rd Regiment, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. In actions at Secundra Bagh, on November 16, 1857, a Captain of the Highlanders was wounded during the relief of Lucknow, India. Colour Sergeant Munro in danger of his life, promptly rushed to the rescue the officer and carried him to a place of safety. For devoted gallantry, he was awarded the Victoria Cross from Queen Victoria at Windsor Castle in 1860.
Indian Mutiny Victoria Cross Recipient. Born in Scotland, he served as a Colour Sergeant in the 93rd Regiment, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. In actions at Secundra Bagh, on November 16, 1857, a Captain of the Highlanders was wounded during the relief of Lucknow, India. Colour Sergeant Munro in danger of his life, promptly rushed to the rescue the officer and carried him to a place of safety. For devoted gallantry, he was awarded the Victoria Cross from Queen Victoria at Windsor Castle in 1860.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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