James Graham
Military Person
1791 – 1845
Who was James Graham?
James Graham was an Irish non-commissioned officer in the British Army during the Napoleonic wars, recognised as the "bravest man in the army". Serving in the Coldstream Guards, he was commended for his gallantry during the defence of Hougoumont, at Waterloo. Graham saved the life of an officer, and his own brother, and was among the small group responsible for closing the North Gate at Hougoumont after a French attack – an act which won the Duke of Wellington's encomium. He was rewarded with a specially cast gallantry medal and an annuity. Graham continued to serve with distinction, and was credited with saving the life of Lord Frederick FitzClarence during the arrest of the Cato Street conspirators. After later serving in the 12th Royal Lancers, Graham was discharged in 1830 for ill health, and died at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in 1845.
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- Born
- 1791
County Monaghan - Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Lived in
- County Monaghan
- Died
- Apr 28, 1845
The Royal Hospital, Kilmainham
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on July 23, 2013
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