Samuel McGaw
Samuel McGaw VC | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1838 Kirkmichael, Ayrshire |
| Died | 22 July 1878 Larnaca, Cyprus |
| Buried | British Cemetery, Kyrenia, Cyprus |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 42nd Regiment of Foot |
| Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny Third Anglo-Ashanti War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Samuel McGaw VC (1838 – 22 July 1878) was a Scottish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.