Taranaki War Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Leading Seaman in the Royal Navy. On March 28, 1860, Leading Seaman Odgers was part of the storming party from the ship HMS Niger at Kaipopo Pa, New Zealand. During operations against rebel natives, he was the first to enter the pa under heavy fire and assisted in hauling down the enemy's colours. For gallantry in the face of the enemy, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of Quartermaster.
Taranaki War Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Leading Seaman in the Royal Navy. On March 28, 1860, Leading Seaman Odgers was part of the storming party from the ship HMS Niger at Kaipopo Pa, New Zealand. During operations against rebel natives, he was the first to enter the pa under heavy fire and assisted in hauling down the enemy's colours. For gallantry in the face of the enemy, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of Quartermaster.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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