John Connors (VC) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
John Connors
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| Born | October 1830 Listowel, County Kerry |
| Died | 29 January 1857 (aged 26) Corfu, Greece |
| Buried |
British Cemetery, Corfu
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| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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 British Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | 3rd Regiment of Foot |
| Battles/wars | Crimean War |
| Awards |  Victoria Cross |
John Connors was a very brave Irish soldier. He was born in October 1830 in Duagh, Listowel, County Kerry, Ireland. He is famous for receiving the Victoria Cross. This is the highest and most important award for bravery in the face of the enemy. It is given to soldiers in the British and Commonwealth forces. John Connors passed away on January 29, 1857, when he was 26 years old.
A Heroic Act
John Connors was a private in the 3rd Regiment of Foot. This was a part of the British Army. He was about 24 years old during the Crimean War. This war took place from 1853 to 1856.
His Amazing Bravery
On September 8, 1855, a very important event happened. It was during a battle at Sebastopol in the Crimea. Private Connors showed incredible courage. An officer from another regiment was surrounded by enemy soldiers. Connors quickly jumped in to help! He shot one enemy soldier and used his bayonet to fight another. A bayonet is a knife attached to the end of a rifle. His brave actions saved the officer's life. Because of this amazing deed, he was given the Victoria Cross.
What Happened Next?
After his heroic act, John Connors was promoted. He later became a Corporal, which is a higher rank in the army. He died in Corfu, Greece, on January 29, 1857. There is some uncertainty about whether he received his medal before he died. It is also unclear if the medal reached his wife after his death.
