Michael James O'Rourke
recipient of the Victoria Cross
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Summary
Michael James O'Rourke was born on March 19, 1878[1], in County Limerick[2]. He died on December 6, 1957[3], in Vancouver[4]. He worked as a soldier[5] and stevedore[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (43 views/month, #7,300 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Forest Lawn Memorial Park[8]
- Country of citizenship: Ireland[9]
- Award received: Victoria Cross[10], Military Medal[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Military branch: British Army[13], Canadian Expeditionary Force[14]
- Commons category: Michael James O'Rourke[15]
- Military, police or special rank: Private[16]
- Participated in conflict: World War I[17]
- Family name: O'Rourke[18]
- Given name: Michael[19], James[20]
FAQs
Where was Michael James O'Rourke born?
Michael James O'Rourke's place of birth was County Limerick[2].
Where did Michael James O'Rourke die?
Michael James O'Rourke died in Vancouver[4].
What did Michael James O'Rourke do for work?
Michael James O'Rourke worked as a soldier[5] and stevedore[6].
What awards did Michael James O'Rourke receive?
Honors received include Victoria Cross[10] and Military Medal[11].