Arthur Mayo
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Arthur Mayo (18 May 1840-18 May 1920) was an English 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.
Details
He was 17 years old, and a Midshipman in the Indian Naval Brigade during the Indian rebellion of 1857 when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC.
On 22 November 1857 at Dacca, India, Midshipman Mayo headed the charge when the Indian Naval Brigade was ordered to charge two 6-pounder guns manned by the mutineers which were keeping up a heavy fire. Mr. Mayo was nearly 20 yards in front of everyone else during the advance.
The medal
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External links
- [Burial location of Arthur Mayo] "Dorset"
- [News item] "Arthur Mayo's Victoria Cross resides in the Museum of Bombay"
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