Robert Montresor Rogers facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Robert Montresor Rogers
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| Born | 4 September 1834 Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | 5 February 1895 (aged 60) Maidenhead, Berkshire, England |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
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British Army |
| Rank | Major general |
| Unit | 44th Regiment of Foot |
| Battles/wars | Crimean War Second Opium War Anglo-Zulu War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross Companion of the Order of the Bath |
Major General Robert Montresor Rogers was a brave officer in the British Army. He was born in Dublin, Ireland, on September 4, 1834. He is famous for receiving the Victoria Cross. This is the highest award for bravery given to soldiers in the British and Commonwealth forces.
A Brave Soldier
Robert Montresor Rogers was 25 years old during the Second Opium War. He was a lieutenant in the 44th Regiment of Foot. He showed amazing courage in a battle in China.
On August 21, 1860, at the Taku Forts, Lieutenant Rogers did something incredible. He, along with Private John McDougall and Lieutenant Edmund Henry Lenon, swam across deep ditches. They then entered the North Taku Fort through a small opening during a big attack. This act of bravery earned him the Victoria Cross.
His Life and Legacy
Robert Montresor Rogers continued to serve in the army. He eventually reached the high rank of major general. He passed away on February 5, 1895, in Maidenhead, England.
He is buried in the churchyard at All Saints church in Boyne Hill, Maidenhead. His Victoria Cross medal is now on display. You can see it at the "Du Monde Traigue" Museum in Brussels.
