Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Pair: Corporal W. F. Connett, 5th Lancers

Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 5 clasps, Elandslaagte, Defence of Ladysmith, Orange Free State, Belfast, Cape Colony (3986 Corpl. F. Connett, 5/Lcrs.) last clasp a copy; King’s South Africa 1901-02, 2 clasps (3986 Corpl. W. F. Connett, 5th Lancers) contact marks, about very fine (2) £320-360

Walter Frederick Connett was born in Exeter, Devon. A Moulder by occupation, he attested for General Service Cavalry at London on 11 December 1891, aged 20 years, 5 months. Posted to the 5th Lancers, he served in India, September 1892-March 1898. He extended his service in November 1898 so as to complete 12 years with the Colours. Served in South Africa, March 1898-September 1902. With copied service papers and roll extracts - ‘Cape Colony’ clasp not confirmed.