British and World Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Punjab 1848-49, no clasp (Drumr. Edwd. Blagdon, 98th ...) heavy edge bruising, contact marks, fine £140-180

Edward Blagdon was born in Tiverton, Devon. A Labourer by occupation, he attested for the 98th Foot at Tiverton on 24 February 1840, aged 17 years, six months. Appointed a Drummer in October 1843, he served 4 years, five months in China and 11 years, seven months in India - being awarded the China Medal 1842 and the Punjab Medal 1848-49. In addition to which he was awarded the Army L.S. & G.C. Medal with a gratuity of £5. Drummer Blagdon was discharged at his own request at Canterbury on 31 August 1861; his intended place of residence was 49 Holly Street, Sheffield. With copied discharge papers.