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  • James William Adams
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  • Reverend James William Adams VC (24 November 1839 – 24 October 1903) was born in Cork and was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. He was the first clergyman to be awarded the VC and one of only five civilians.
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Birth Date
  • 1839-11-24
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Name
  • James William Adams
Birth Place
  • Cork, Ireland
Awards
death date
  • 1903-10-24
Rank
  • Chaplain
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laterwork
  • Honorary Chaplain to King Edward VII
placeofburial
  • Ashwell Churchyard, Rutland
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  • Reverend James William Adams VC (24 November 1839 – 24 October 1903) was born in Cork and was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. He was the first clergyman to be awarded the VC and one of only five civilians.