Randolph Cosby Nesbitt
(1867-1956), Major; recipient of the Victoria CrossSitter in 1 portrait
As a Captain in the British South Africa Police, Nesbitt became involved in the Mashonaland Rebellion in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). On the 19 June 1896, Nesbitt led a patrol of thirteen men to rescue miners surrounded by rebels. His actions during this conflict led to the award of his VC.
by Alexander Bassano, published by Ogden's
cigarette card, published circa 1900
NPG x137369
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