The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria

Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (818. Pte. M. Walsh, 77th. Foot) impressed naming, good very fine £80-£120

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria.

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Michael Walsh was born in Ballymena, co. Antrim, in 1840 and attested there for the 77th Foot on 14 June 1860, having previously served for two years and 168 days in the Antrim Militia. He served with the 77th Foot in India for almost 9 years, was awarded his Long Service and Good Conduct Medal on 1 April 1877, and was discharged on 26 November 1878, after 19 years and 250 days’ service.

Sold with copied record of service.