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Oct 8, 2022 · The oldest recipient of the Victoria Cross: William Raynor. William Raynor was 61 years old when he was awarded the VC in 1857, making him the oldest man in history to be granted the prestigious accolade.
William Raynor VC (July 1795 – 13 December 1860) was an English 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 is the oldest recipient of the Victoria Cross at 61 years old.
- 1812 - 1860
- Bengal Army
Apr 4, 2024 · Mary hastily remarried a much older wealthy nobleman named William Raynor, hoping to benefit financially. However, he quickly fell ill and died only two years later. Mary’s hopes of economic...
- News And Culture Editor, Biography.Com
William Raynor was born on 9 April 1920 in Queens, New York, USA. He was a writer, known for Get Smart (1965), Karen (1964) and Murder Without Tears (1953). He was married to June R. ? and Betty Raynor. He died on 5 January 1994 in Bellingham, Washington, USA.
- William Raynor
- January 5, 1994
- April 9, 1920
Aug 16, 2021 · William (Bill) N. Raynor, 69, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2021 at home in Harrisville surrounded by family and a beautiful view of Mount Monadnock. Bill, the youngest of 4 children, was born March 29, 1952 to proud parents, Samuel Russell and Marion Dustin Raynor in Yonkers, New York.
- Keene, NH
- (603) 352-0341
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Feb 5, 2023 · William Alan Raynor, 51, was arrested and charged in connection with a burglary Dec. 15 at Benjamin’s Bakery, an attempted burglary at Color Outside the Lines Hair Studio the same day, and...
William Raynor VC (July 1795 – 13 December 1860) was an English 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 is the oldest recipient of the Victoria Cross at 61 years old...
