| Herbert Clogstoun | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born | June 13, 1820 |
| Died | May 6, 1862 (aged 41) |
| Place of birth | Port-of-Spain, Trinidad |
| Place of death | Hingoli, India |
| Buried at | Madras Cemetery |
| Allegiance |
 United Kingdom |
| Service/branch |
Madras Army British Indian Army |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars |
Second Anglo-Burmese War Indian Mutiny |
| Awards |
 Victoria Cross |
Major Herbert Mackworth Clogstoun VC (13 June 1820 – 6 May 1862) was a 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.
Details[]
He was 38 years old, and a captain in the 19th Madras Native Infantry, Madras Army during the Indian Mutiny when the following deed took place on 15 January 1859 for which he was awarded the VC:
For conspicuous bravery in charging the, Rebels into Chichumbah with only eight men of his Regiment (the 2nd Cavalry Hyderabad Contingent), compelling them to re-enter the Town, and finally to abandon their plunder. He was severely wounded himself, and lost seven out of the eight men who accompanied him.
Further information[]
He later achieved the rank of major and was killed in action, Hingoli, India, on 6 May 1862.
His Victoria Cross is displayed at the National Army Museum in Chelsea, England.
References[]
- ↑ "No. 22318". 21 October 1859. https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/22318/page/
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