Thomas Duffy (VC)
Thomas Duffy | |
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| Born | b, 1824 Athlone, County Westmeath |
| Died | 23 December 1868 Athlone, County Westmeath Ireland |
| Buried | Athlone area |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Madras Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 1st Madras European Fusiliers |
| Battles / wars | Indian Mutiny |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Thomas Duffy VC (b, 1824 to 23 December 1868), born in Mount Temple (Caulry), Athlone, County Westmeath, was an Irish 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.