George Waller VC (June 1827 – 10 January 1877) was a soldier and 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.

Life

He was born on 1 June 1827 in West Horsley, Surrey. He enlisted in the army and initially served with the 39th (Dorsetshire) Regiment of Foot. He transferred to the 60th Rifles, sailing to India in 1845.

The medal

His Victoria Cross is displayed at the Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum, Winchester, England.