Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Afghanistan 1878-80, 1 clasp, Kandahar (3307 Bombr. H. T. Ryan, 5/11th Bde. R.A.) polished, otherwise nearly very fine £200-250

Henry James Ryan was born at Deptford, Kent, and attested for the Royal Artillery at Woolwich on 2 February 1871. He was promoted to Bombardier on 1 February 1880, to Corporal in in June 1880, and to Sergeant in January 1884. He served latterly with the 3/1 North Irish Division, R.A., and was discharged on 2 February 1892.

Sold with copy discharge papers which also confirm entitlement to L.S. & G.C. medal.