Army L.S. & G.C., W.IV.R. (J. Cairns. T. Serj. Major 6th Dragoon Guards. 1837.) with original steel clip and bar suspension, edge bruising, very fine £300-£400

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Medals from the Collection of David Lloyd.

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John Cairns was born in Berwick-upon-Tweed in 1785 and attested there for the 6th Dragoon Guards on 28 November 1803. He was promoted Corporal on 6 December 1806, Sergeant on 25 December 1815, and Troop Sergeant Major on 25 June 1822. He was discharged on 8 August 1837, after 33 years and 254 days’ service, his entire service being spent at home.