| Birth: | Nov. 25, 1895 | | Death: | Oct. 9, 1916 | 
World War I Victoria Cross Recipient. He was a casualty of the Great War; he was 20 and the son of of David and Mary Prosser Richardson, of Princess Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia. Native of Bellshill, Lanarkshire, Scotland.
He served with the 16th Bn., Canadian Infantry (Manitoba Regiment)-service no. 28930. His citation reads, "For most conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty when, prior to attack, he obtained permission from his Commanding Officer to play his company "over the top". As the Company approached the objective, it was held up by very strong wire and came under intense fire, which caused heavy casualties and demoralised the formation for the moment. Realising the situation, Piper Richardson strode up and down outside the wire, playing his pipes with the greatest coolness. The effect was instantaneous. Inspired by his splendid example, the company rushed the wire with such fury and determination that the obstacle was overcome and the position captured. Later, after participating in bombing operations, he was detailed to take back a wounded comrade and prisoners. After proceeding about 200 yards Piper Richardson remembered that he had left his pipes behind. Although strongly urged not to do so, he insisted on returning to recover his pipes. He has never been seen since, and death has been presumed accordingly owing to lapse of time." (bio by: geoffrey gillon)
Search Amazon for James Richardson | | | Burial:
Adanac Military Cemetery, Miraumont
Miraumont
Departement de la Somme
Picardie, France
Plot: III.F.36. |
Maintained by: Find A Grave
Record added: Dec 08, 2004
Find A Grave Memorial# 10060800 |
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