First China War Medal – 1842 Archive 20th February 1891

20th February 1891

The London Standard carried a tribute in its edition of Saturday

The diplomatic manner in which he dealt with civilian agencies brought about the procurement of hundreds of applicants for commissions for the scarce categories required by the War Department

operating over the Ypres Salient)

Conspicuous Gallantry Medal

First China War Medal – 1842 Archive 20th February 1891Medal officially impressed to "ANDREW MARR. 26TH REGIMENT FOOT." While engraving is worn slightly, the medal is has crisp detail and remains in extremely fine condition. The First China War Medal was originally intended by the Governor General of India, in October 1842, to be awarded exclusively to all ranks of the Honourable East India Company's Forces. Instead, in 1843, under the direction of Queen Victoria, the British Government awarded it without