Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Afghanistan 1878-80, 1 clasp, Ahmed Khel (324, Pte. W. Wisdom, 59th Foot) very fine £140-£180

William Wisdom was born at Preston, Lancaster, and enlisted into the 41st Foot for a term of 10 years at Preston on 1 April 1864, aged 20, having previously been a plasterer by trade. After arriving in India in July 1865 and completing his period of engagement, he volunteered to the 59th Foot on 1 September 1874. Whilst in India he also served in Afghanistan from 13 December 1878 to 1 September 1880, including the action of Ahmed Khel for which he later received the medal and clasp, as well as the L.S. & G.C. medal. He received his final discharge on 31 August 1885.

Sold with copied discharge papers and medal roll extract.