Indian Mutiny British Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Private, in the 75th a Foot Regiment, Gordon Highlanders. On September 11, 1857, a large body of the enemy attacked at Koodsia Baugh, Delhi, India. Although surrounded by many of the enemy, Private Green successfully rescued a comrade who had fallen wounded during the skirmish. For valor, he was promoted Sergeant and awarded the Victoria Cross Medal in October 1858.
Indian Mutiny British Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Private, in the 75th a Foot Regiment, Gordon Highlanders. On September 11, 1857, a large body of the enemy attacked at Koodsia Baugh, Delhi, India. Although surrounded by many of the enemy, Private Green successfully rescued a comrade who had fallen wounded during the skirmish. For valor, he was promoted Sergeant and awarded the Victoria Cross Medal in October 1858.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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