Thomas Flynn (VC)
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Thomas Flynn VC (August 1842 ā 10 August 1892) was born in Athlone and was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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Born | August 1842 Athlone, County Westmeath |
Died | 10 August 1892(1892-08-10) (aged 49ā50) Athlone Workhouse |
Buried | Cornamagh RC Cemetery |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Rank | Drummer |
Unit | 64th Regiment of Foot |
Battles/wars | Indian Mutiny |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
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