The Douglas-Morris Collection of Naval Medals (Part 2)

(Edward Palmer, Color Sergt. Royal Marines H.M.S. Thunderer. 22 Years) fitted with small ring suspension, nearly very fine

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Douglas-Morris Collection of Naval Medals.

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Awarded 6 October 1843.
He earned his N.G.S. medal, clasp ‘Syria’, whilst serving as a Sergeant aboard H.M.S. THUNDERER, this award is known to have survived but has over the years become separated from the recipient’s Anchor Type L.S. & G.C. medal. He enlisted as ‘First substitute for Private James Massey, 67th Company’ Royal Marines on 26 March 1831, aged 18 years, born Dean Prior, Devon. He was discharged on 18 December 1843.