Indian Mutiny Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Lieutenant in the 14th Light Dragoons, later the 14th Hussars, British Army. On April 1, 1858, at Betwa, India, Lieutenant Leith's regiment was surrounded by a large number of rebel infantry. When a company Captain was in immediate danger after being wounded, Lieutenant Leith charged forward alone and rescued him. For extreme bravery, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and promoted Major. He remained in the Army and later achieved the rank of Major General.
Indian Mutiny Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Lieutenant in the 14th Light Dragoons, later the 14th Hussars, British Army. On April 1, 1858, at Betwa, India, Lieutenant Leith's regiment was surrounded by a large number of rebel infantry. When a company Captain was in immediate danger after being wounded, Lieutenant Leith charged forward alone and rescued him. For extreme bravery, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and promoted Major. He remained in the Army and later achieved the rank of Major General.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
Inscription
In Hoc Signo Vinces.
In memory of
Major JAMES LEITH VC
Third son of Gen. Sir ALEXANDER LEITH KCB
of Freefield & Glenkindie
Born 26 May 1826
Died 13 May 1869
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