John Hogan (VC) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids John Hogan
Born	(1884-04-08)8 April 1884 Royton, Lancashire
Died	7 October 1943(1943-10-07) (aged 59) Oldham, Lancashire, England
Buried	Chadderton Cemetery, Greater Manchester, England
Allegiance	United Kingdom
Service/branch	British Army
Rank	Sergeant
Unit	The Manchester Regiment
Battles/wars	World War I
Awards	Victoria Cross

John Hogan (8 April 1884 – 6 October 1943) was a brave English soldier. He received the Victoria Cross, which is the highest award for courage given to British and Commonwealth soldiers. This medal is given for incredible bravery when facing an enemy.

John Hogan was born in Royton, Lancashire, England. He grew up there before joining the army.

A Hero in World War I

John Hogan was 30 years old when World War I began. He was a sergeant in the 2nd Battalion of The Manchester Regiment. This was part of the British Army.

Act of Courage in France

On 29 October 1914, Sergeant Hogan showed amazing bravery. This happened near a place called Festubert in France. He was with another soldier, Second Lieutenant James Leach.

They both performed a very brave act during a battle. Because of their courage, they were both given the Victoria Cross. This medal is very special and shows they acted with great gallantry.

Receiving the Victoria Cross

Sergeant John Hogan received his Victoria Cross medal in 1914. King George V presented it to him. The ceremony took place at Buckingham Palace in London.

Today, you can see John Hogan's Victoria Cross medal. It is kept safe at the Oldham Civic Centre in Oldham, Greater Manchester. It reminds everyone of his bravery.

Images for kids

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  Second Lieutenant James Leach and Sergeant John Hogan (from The Times History of The War, Volume X)