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Victoria Cross, Sergeant J Danagher, 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers, 1881 (metal)
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Victoria Cross, Sergeant J Danagher, 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers, 1881 (metal)
5920791 Victoria Cross, Sergeant J Danagher, 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers, 1881 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Victoria Cross awarded to Sergeant J Danagher (or Danaher), 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers (formerly Trooper, Nourses Horse), 1881.
On 16 January 1881 during the Transvaal War (1880-81), at Elandsfontein, near Pretoria, Trooper Danagher of the Nourses Horse and Lance Corporal Murray of the Connaught Rangers, advanced for 500 yards under fire to rescue two men, Davis and Byrne of the 21st Foot (2nd Royal Scots Fusiliers), who had both been badly wounded. The two rescuers reached the men together and on stooping to lift Byrnes head, Murray was shot through the body. Realising the seriousness of his wound, Murray ordered Danagher to escape. Lance Corporal Murray remained with Byrne, who died shortly afterwards. Murray and Davis were subsequently taken prisoner by the Boers but released soon after. Murray also received the Victoria Cross for his part in the action.
Sergeant Danagher was also awarded a Long Service and Good Conduct Medal (also displayed here). He was born on 25 June 1860 in Limerick, Ireland. He joined the Connaught Rangers in 1881. At the end of his military career he was discharged on pension and died in Ireland on 9 January 1919.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases the prestigious Victoria Cross awarded to Sergeant J Danagher of the 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers in 1881. Crafted from metal, this iconic symbol of bravery and valor is displayed at the National Army Museum in London. The image captures a significant moment during the Transvaal War (1880-81), where Trooper Danagher, formerly of Nourses Horse, alongside Lance Corporal Murray of the Connaught Rangers, demonstrated extraordinary courage. Under heavy fire at Elandsfontein near Pretoria on January 16th, 1881, they fearlessly advanced for 500 yards to rescue two severely wounded men from the 21st Foot (2nd Royal Scots Fusiliers), Davis and Byrne. Sadly, Lance Corporal Murray was shot through the body while stooping to assist Byrne. Recognizing his grave injury, he selflessly ordered Danagher to escape while he remained with Byrne until his tragic passing. Both Murray and Davis were subsequently captured by Boer forces but later released. Sergeant Danagher's heroism did not go unnoticed as he too received the Victoria Cross for his role in this courageous act. Additionally showcased beside his medal is a Long Service and Good Conduct Medal that recognizes his dedication throughout his military career. Born on June 25th, 1860 in Limerick, Ireland; Sergeant Danagher joined the Connaught Rangers in 1881. After an illustrious military service marked by bravery and commitment, he retired on pension before passing away on January 9th , 1919 back home in Ireland. This photograph immortalizes both Sergeant J Danagher's remarkable achievement and serves as a testament to all those who have shown unwavering courage in defense of their comrades and country.
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