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Abraham Boulger
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Boulger when Quartermaster, 84th Foot
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| Born | 4 September 1835 Kilcullen, County Kildare |
| Died | 23 January 1900 (aged 64) Moate, County Westmeath |
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Ballymore Churchyard, County Westmeath
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| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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 British Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Unit | 84th Regiment of Foot York and Lancaster Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Indian Mutiny 1882 Anglo-Egyptian War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Lieutenant Colonel Abraham Boulger VC was a very brave soldier from Ireland. He was born on September 4, 1835, in Kilcullen, County Kildare. He passed away on January 23, 1900. Abraham Boulger received the Victoria Cross. This is the highest and most respected award for bravery in the British military. It is given to soldiers who show incredible courage when fighting the enemy.
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Abraham Boulger: A Hero of Courage
Early Life and Joining the Army
Abraham Boulger was born in Kilcullen, a town in County Kildare, Ireland. He joined the British Army and became a soldier. He served in the 84th Regiment of Foot. This regiment later became known as the York and Lancaster Regiment.
Bravery in the Indian Mutiny
In 1857, Abraham Boulger was a young soldier. He was only 21 years old and held the rank of Lance-Corporal. He served during the Indian Mutiny. This was a major conflict in India. Boulger was involved in important battles. These included the Siege of Cawnpore and the Relief of Lucknow.
He was given the Victoria Cross for his amazing bravery. He showed great courage in many battles. An official order from Major-General Havelock praised his actions. It said he showed "distinguished bravery and forwardness" in twelve battles. These battles took place between July 12 and September 25, 1857.
Rising Through the Ranks
After his brave actions, Boulger continued his military career. He became the Sergeant Major of the 84th Foot. In November 1872, he was made the Regiment's Quartermaster. This role involves managing supplies and equipment.
Boulger also served in the 1882 Anglo-Egyptian War. His regiment was now called the York and Lancaster Regiment. He continued as Quartermaster during this war. He was promoted to honorary Captain in November 1882. Then, in March 1883, he became an honorary Major. These promotions were to recognize his service in Egypt. He retired from the army in November 1887. He held the honorary rank of Lieutenant-Colonel.
Later Life and Legacy
Abraham Boulger passed away in Moate, County Westmeath, Ireland. He was 64 years old. His Victoria Cross medal is now on display. You can see it at the York & Lancaster Regiment Museum in Rotherham, England.
See Also
- The Register of the Victoria Cross
- Ireland's VCs
- Monuments to Courage
- Irish Winners of the Victoria Cross
