The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria

Sutlej 1845-46, for Moodkee 1845, 3 clasps, Ferozeshuhur, Aliwal, Sobraon (David Dawson 31st Regt.) naming rubbed from mount, brooch marks to obverse, suspension re-fixed, good fine £400-£500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria.

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David Dawson was born at Oldhan, Lancashire, and attested for the 31st Foot on 9 November 1843, aged 19. ‘He served with the Army of the Sutlej in 1845-46, and was present in the actions of Moodkee, Ferozeshuhur, Aliwal, Sobraon and Buddiwal, for which he received the medal & 3 clasps.’ Having been three timed tried by Court Martial, and branded “D” for desertion, he was discharged at Athlone on 26 March 1849. Sold with copied discharge papers including extracts from Regimental Defaulters Book and proceedings of his Courts Martial.