Thomas Wilkinson (VC 1855)

Thomas Wilkinson
Born1831
York, England
Died22 September 1887 (aged 55–56)
York, England
Buried
York Cemetery
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
Service / branchRoyal Marines
Years of service1847–1871
RankSergeant Instructor
UnitRoyal Marine Artillery
Battles / warsCrimean War
AwardsVictoria Cross
Legion of Honour (France)

Thomas Wilkinson, VC (1831 – 22 September 1887) was a British soldier and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.


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