Indian Mutiny Victoria Cross Recipient. Born in Halifax, England, he served as a Private in the 2nd Battalion, York and Lancaster Regiment, British Army. On September 25, 1857 at Lucknow, India, Private Holmes volunteered to assist in working a battery gun. Under heavy enemy fire from which gun and nearly all the artillerymen had been shot away, Private Holmes stayed at his post until re-enforced. For most prestigious gallantry, he was awarded the Victoria Cross on June 18, 1858. He died at age 51 in Halifax, England.
Indian Mutiny Victoria Cross Recipient. Born in Halifax, England, he served as a Private in the 2nd Battalion, York and Lancaster Regiment, British Army. On September 25, 1857 at Lucknow, India, Private Holmes volunteered to assist in working a battery gun. Under heavy enemy fire from which gun and nearly all the artillerymen had been shot away, Private Holmes stayed at his post until re-enforced. For most prestigious gallantry, he was awarded the Victoria Cross on June 18, 1858. He died at age 51 in Halifax, England.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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