Auction Catalogue

12 May 1993

Starting at 11:30 AM

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Orders, Decorations and Medals

The Westbury Hotel  37 Conduit Street  London  W1S 2YF

Lot

№ 10

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12 May 1993

Hammer Price:
£440

MILITARY GENERAL SERVICE 1793-1814, 3 clasps, Talavera, Busaco, Albuhera (S. Henning, 48th Foot) some light scuff marks, otherwise nearly extremely fine

Ex. Elson Collection 1963

Samuel Henning, a weaver from Ballyroney, County Down, was discharged from the 48th Foot on 8th November, 1814, after 12 years service in the regiment. He had previously served for 2 years in the 35th Foot.The 48th was particularly distinguished at Talavera, and for its services was twice specially mentioned in despatches by Lord Wellington who had personally observed its conduct.