World War I Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a private in the Loyal North Lancashire Regiment. At Hulloch, Loos, France, September 25, 1915, Private Kenny went out on six different occasions under heavy German machine gun fire. Each time he carried to safety a wounded man who had been lying in the open with himself being wounded. For most prestigious gallantry, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of sergeant.
World War I Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a private in the Loyal North Lancashire Regiment. At Hulloch, Loos, France, September 25, 1915, Private Kenny went out on six different occasions under heavy German machine gun fire. Each time he carried to safety a wounded man who had been lying in the open with himself being wounded. For most prestigious gallantry, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of sergeant.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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