James McGuire (VC)
James McGuire | |
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| Born | c. 1827 Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Ireland |
| Died | 22 December 1862 (aged 34–35) Derry, Ireland |
| Buried | Donagh Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Bengal Army |
| Years of service | 1849–1859 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 1st Bengal European Fusiliers |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Victoria Cross (forfeited) |
James McGuire VC (c. 1827 – 22 December 1862) was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest British military decoration. It was awarded for gallantry in the face of the enemy. The VC was later forfeited.