Richard Wadeson

recipient of the Victoria Cross (1826–1885)
Person human Q7329738
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Richard Wadeson

Summary

Richard Wadeson is a human[1]. His place of birth was Lancaster[2]. He was born on July 31, 1826[3]. He died in Royal Hospital Chelsea[4]. He died on January 24, 1885[5]. He worked as a military officer[6].

Key Facts

  • Richard Wadeson's place of birth was Lancaster[2].
  • Richard Wadeson passed away in Royal Hospital Chelsea[4].
  • Richard Wadeson was born on July 31, 1826[3].
  • Richard Wadeson died on January 24, 1885[5].
  • Burial took place at Brompton Cemetery[7].
  • Richard Wadeson held citizenship in United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[8].
  • Richard Wadeson worked as a military officer[6].
  • Richard Wadeson received the Victoria Cross[9].
  • Richard Wadeson is recorded as male[10].
  • Richard Wadeson's instance of is recorded as human[11].
  • Richard Wadeson's military branch is recorded as British Army[12].
  • Richard Wadeson's military, police or special rank is recorded as colonel[13].
  • Richard Wadeson was part of the conflict Indian Mutiny of 1857[14].
  • Richard Wadeson's family name is recorded as Wadeson[15].
  • Richard Wadeson's given name is recorded as Richard[16].
  • Richard Wadeson's described by source is recorded as Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[17].

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Origins and Family

Richard Wadeson was born in Lancaster[2]. He was born on July 31, 1826[3].

Career and Affiliations

Richard Wadeson's professions included military officer[6].

Recognition

Richard Wadeson received the Victoria Cross[9].

Death and Burial

Richard Wadeson died on January 24, 1885[5]. He died in Royal Hospital Chelsea[4]. Burial took place at Brompton Cemetery[7].

FAQs

Where was Richard Wadeson born?

Born in Lancaster[2], Richard Wadeson…

Where did Richard Wadeson die?

Richard Wadeson died in Royal Hospital Chelsea[4].

What did Richard Wadeson do for work?

Richard Wadeson worked as military officer[6].

What awards did Richard Wadeson receive?

Honors received include Victoria Cross[9].

References

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  7. [7] . Find a Grave. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  11. [3] . Find a Grave. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  12. [5] . Find a Grave. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  13. [14] . wikidata.org.
  14. [15] . wikidata.org.
  15. [16] . wikidata.org.
  16. [17] . wikidata.org.

Class ancestry

  1. [1] . Wikidata. wikidata.org.

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