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Wright Alexander
(1826—1858)

Alexander Wright 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. He was about 29 years old, and a private in the 77th (East Middlesex) Regiment of Foot, British Army during the Crimean War when the following deed took... More...

Nauru, 2008, Wright repelling a sortie