Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (881. Pte. G. Walker 1st Dn. Gds.) engraved naming, nearly very fine £80-£100

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Medals from the Collection of David Lloyd.

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George Walker was born in the Parish of Enfield, near Uxbridge, Middlesex, and attested for the 3rd Light Dragoons at Aldershot on 25 October 1855, aged 20, a Volunteer from the Militia. He was discharged from the 3rd Light Dragoons on 15 June 1867, aged 32, with a total service allowed to reckon of 12 years. He re-engaged as a Private in the 1st Dragoon Guards on 31 October 1867, and was finally discharged at Manchester on 16 December 1876, being ‘in possession of 4 good conduct badges and medal for long service and good conduct.’ Sold with copied discharge papers.