William Odgers
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William Odgers VC (14 February 1834 – 20 December 1873) was a Royal Navy sailor and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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William Odgers | |
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Born | (1834-02-14)14 February 1834 Falmouth, Cornwall |
Died | 20 December 1873(1873-12-20) (aged 39) Saltash, Cornwall |
Buried | St Stephen's Churchyard, Saltash |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | Royal Navy |
Rank | Quartermaster |
Unit | HMS Niger |
Battles/wars | First Taranaki War |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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