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John Readitt
John Readitt
Born	19 January 1897; Clayton, Manchester
Died	9 June 1964 (aged 67); Manchester
Buried	Gorton Cemetery, Manchester
Allegiance	United Kingdom
Service/branch	British Army
Years of service	1915 - 1919
Rank	Sergeant
Unit	The South Lancashire Regiment
Battles/wars	World War I
Awards	Victoria Cross; Bronze Medal of Military Valor (Italy)

John Readitt VC (19 January 1897 – 9 June 1964) 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.

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John Readitt

Born	19 January 1897 Clayton, Manchester
Died	9 June 1964 (aged 67) Manchester
Buried	Gorton Cemetery, Manchester
Allegiance	United Kingdom
Service/branch	British Army
Years of service	1915 - 1919
Rank	Sergeant
Unit	The South Lancashire Regiment
Battles/wars	World War I
Awards	Victoria Cross Bronze Medal of Military Valor (Italy)