The Collection of British Orders, Decorations and Medals formed by the late Fred Rockwood

Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, dated reverse, 1 clasp, Suakin 1884 (J. R. Lamrell (sic), Torp. Artfr. H.M.S. “Euryalus”) good very fine; unusual rank £140-180

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of British Orders, Decorations and Medals formed by the late Fred Rockwood.

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An unusual rank, which at this time referred to mines and other explosive devices rather than the present day ‘Torpedo’.

John R. Lambell (’Lamrell’ on medal) was born in Jersey, Channel Islands, in June 1846. Initially served as Armourer’s Crew in the Royal Navy in April 1867; being ranked as Armourer in September 1867. Ranked as Torpedo Artificer in December 1887. With copied service papers.