Joseph Watt, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Joseph Watt

First World War Victoria Cross recipient

Date of Birth: 25-Jun-1887

Place of Birth: Gardenstown, Scotland, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 13-Feb-1955

Profession: military personnel

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Joseph Watt, VC (25 June 1887 – 13 February 1955) was a Scottish 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 achieved the award during service in the Strait of Otranto and as a result of his meritorious service also received the French Croix de Guerre and the Italian Silver Medal for Military Valour.