George Waller (VC)
George Waller VC was a soldier and 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.
Life
He was born on 1 June 1827 in West Horsley, Surrey. He enlisted in the army and initially served with the 39th (Dorsetshire) Regiment of Foot. He transferred to the 60th Rifles, sailing to India in 1845.
Details of VC
Waller was about 30 years old, and a colour-sergeant in the 1st Battalion, 60th Rifles, British Army during the Indian Mutiny when the following deed took place at Delhi, British India for which he was awarded the VC.
The medal
His Victoria Cross is displayed at the Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum, Winchester, England.
He was discharged from the army on 7 March 1865. However, he went on to serve as a permanent instructor to the 13th Sussex Rifle Volunteers. He was also a publican. He died on 16 January 1877. He is buried at Holy Trinity Churchyard, Hurstpierpoint.