John Worthy Chaplin

War Hero

Birthday July 23, 1840

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Aug 18, 1920 (80)

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About

English army colonel and recipient of the Victoria Cross, the most prestigious award that can be awarded to British forces.

Before Fame

He was in the 67th Regiment of Foot, British Army during the Second China War.

Trivia

He was a member of Boodle's club in St James's.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Ramsdell, Hampshire.

Associated With

He and Ben Roberts-Smith both received the Victoria Cross for gallantry.