Afghanistan 1878-80, 1 clasp, Ali Musjid (6143. Bombr. Wher. W. Ellis. E/3Bde. R.A.) good very fine £120-£160

William Ellis was born in Latchingdon, Malden, Essex, around 1847, and attested for the Royal Artillery on 1 October 1867. Appointed Bombardier Wheeler 1 June 1878, he served over 13 years in India and was present at the fall of Ali Musjid.