Edward Spence (VC)
Edward Spence VC was a Scottish 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
Spence was 27 years old, and a private in the 42nd Regiment of Foot, British Army during the Indian Mutiny when the following deed took place for which he was awarded the VC. On 15 April 1858 during the attack on Fort Ruhya, India, Private Spence volunteered along with Lance-Corporal Alexander Thompson, to assist captain William Martin Cafe in bringing in the body of a lieutenant from the top of the glacis. His citation read:The medal
His Victoria Cross is displayed at the Black Watch Museum, Perth, Scotland.
