Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (16. Corpl. R. Monaghan. Mily. Mtd. Police.) suspension claw re-affixed, with traces of the planchet previously having been held in a mount, nearly very fine £50-£70

Richard Monaghan was born in Kilcleagh, Westmeath, Ireland, in 1845 and attested for the 4th Dragoon Guards at Mullingar, Westmeath, on 16 September 1863. Promoted Corporal on 22 June 1877, he transferred to the Military Mounted Police on 1 August 1877, and was promoted Sergeant on 1 July 1882. He was discharged on 15 September 1884, after 21 years’ service, his entire service being at home.

Sold with copied record of service.