Sir Henry Wilmot, 5th Baronet
Sir Henry Wilmot, Bt | |
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| Born | 3 February 1831 Chaddesden, Derbyshire |
| Died | 7 April 1901 Bournemouth, Dorset |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service | British Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 43rd (Monmouthshire) Regiment of Foot The Rifle Brigade Sherwood Foresters |
| Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny Second Opium War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
| Other work | Member of Parliament |
Colonel Sir Henry Wilmot, 5th Baronet VC CB (3 February 1831 – 7 April 1901) was an English 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. He was also a Conservative Party politician.