New Zealand 1845-66, reverse undated (1359 Jas. Dainton, A.H. Corps) contact marks, edge bruising, fine £200-240

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Awards to the Medical Services from the Collection of the late Tony Sabell.

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James Dainton was born in Frome, Somerset c.1837. He enlisted in the Army at Bath on 17 July 1860. He was enrolled into the 64th Regiment. At his enlistment he reported previous service of over 4 years with the Medical Staff Corps. Dainton was transferred to the Army Hospital Corps in 1863. With them he served in New Zealand, 1864-67 before being returned to the 64th Regiment. He returned to England in 1868 and was discharged on 15 May 1877. With copied service paper and other research. At his discharge it was reported that he had been listed ten times in the regimental defaulters book; held four good conduct badges and the medal for New Zealand.