Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

New Zealand 1845-66, reverse undated (2624. J. Saville. 65th Regt.) edge bruising and light marks, otherwise very fine £280-£320

James Saville was born in the Parish of Hyde, near Ashton Under Lyne, and attested there for the 65th Regiment on 6 March 1846, aged 19 years 8 months. He served abroad in New Zealand for 19 years and 2 months and his discharge was proposed at the Auckland Garrison on 27 July 1865. Being found unfit for further service he returned to the U.K. and was finally discharged from the Service at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Netley, on 13 February 1866. The medal roll confirms his service on campaign in New Zealand from 18 May 1846 to 31 August 1865.

Sold with copied discharge papers.