Thomas Mottershead

Thomas Mottershead
Born17 January 1892
Widnes, Lancashire, England
Died12 January 1917 (aged 24)
Bailleul, France
Buried
Bailleul Communal Cemetery Extension
Allegiance United Kingdom
BranchRoyal Flying Corps
Years of service1914 - 1917
RankSergeant
UnitNo. 20 Squadron
Battles / warsWorld War I  
AwardsVictoria Cross
Distinguished Conduct Medal

Thomas Mottershead VC, DCM (17 January 1892 – 12 January 1917) 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.