Michael James O'Rourke Military person

Michael James O'Rourke VC, MM (March 19, 1878 – December 6, 1957), was born in Limerick and was by birth an Irish recipient, and by naturalisation a Canadian recipient of the Victoria Cross. The Victoria Cross is the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.

Personal facts

Birth date	March 19, 1878
Birth place	Ireland , County Limerick
Date of death	December 06, 1957
Place of death	British Columbia , Vancouver , Canada
Resting place	British Columbia , Canada , Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Burnaby) , Burnaby