McCorrie, Charles b. 1830 d. April 8, 1857 Crimean War Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Private in the 57th Middlesex Regiment, British Army. On June 23, 1855, at Sebastopol, Crimea, Private McCorrie threw over the parapet a live shell which had been thrown from the enemy's battery, saving the lives of his squad. For courage under fire, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal. (Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith) Msida Bastion Cemetery, Msida, Northern Harbour, Malta
Moynihan, Andrew b. January 1, 1830 d. May 18, 1867 Crimean War Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Sergeant in the 90th of Foot Regiment, British Army. At the assault on the Redan, Crimea, September 8, 1857, Sergeant Moynihan, personally killed five Russians and while under heavy fire also rescued a wounded officer. For extreme gallantry in the face of the enemy he was promoted Sergeant Major and awarded the Victoria Cross Medal. He also later achived the rank of Captain. (Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith) Ta Braxia International Cemetery, Pieta, Northern Harbour, Malta
b. August 15, 1900 d. June 3, 1995
