James Cleland Richardson
James Cleland Richardson | |
|---|---|
Piper James C. Richardson, VC, circa. 1914-15 | |
| Nickname(s) | Jimmy |
| Born | 25 November 1895 Bellshill, Scotland |
| Died | 9 October 1916 (aged 20) Ancre Heights, Somme, France |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Branch | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
| Years of service | 1914 - 1916 |
| Rank | Piper |
| Unit | 16th (Canadian Scottish) Battalion, CEF |
| Battles / wars | First World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
James Cleland Richardson VC (25 November 1895 – 8/9 October 1916) was a Scottish-born Canadian 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.