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James William Adams

Victoria Cross recipient

Died when: 63 years 334 days (767 months)
Star Sign: Sagittarius

 

James William Adams

James Williams Adams VC (24 November 1839 – 20 October 1903) was an Irish Anglican chaplain 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.

He was the first clergyman, and the last of five civilians, to be awarded the VC.


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