Abyssinia 1867 (Adjutant J. O. Gage, 45th Regt.) suspension refitted, very fine £350-450

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A fine Collection of Medals to the Sherwood Foresters.

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John Olpher Gage was born in Londonderry on 12 January 1839. Commissioned an Ensign by purchase in the 83rd Regiment on 29 March 1861 and gained the rank of Lieutenant by purchase in September 1863. Exchanged to the 45th Regiment in June 1864; appointed Adjutant, November 1866-November 1873 and gained the rank of Captain by purchase in November 1873. Served in the Abyssinian campaign, October 1867-April 1868, and was present at the storming and capture of Magdala. Retired on 17 April 1880.

With copied service papers and other research.