Charles Greenwood

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Charles Greenwood (b. November 5, 1853, Nottingham, England - d. 1927) was the father of Victoria Cross winner Harry Greenwood.

He was a colour sergeant of the Grenadier Guards and a Yeoman of the Guard in his own right. As a yeoman of the guard until his death in 1927 he took part in royal ceremonies - he stood guard at the lying in state of King Edward VII.

He was interred at Tottenham Cemetery, London.

[edit] References

  • Valour Beyond All Praise: Harry Greenwood VC (Derek Hunt 2003)


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