Herbert Clogstoun

Major Herbert Mackworth Clogstoun VC 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 a 38 year-old 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:

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.