Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (71. Pte H. Diddams. Rl. Mil: College) with silver top riband buckle, edge bruise, generally good very fine, scarce £120-£160

Henry Diddams was born in Winchester, Hampshire. He attested for the 1st Foot at Winchester in May 1854, and was appointed as a Drummer in December of the same year. Diddams was discharged in December 1867, only to re-engage for service the following February for service with the Royal Military College. He was discharged on 14 May 1878, having served for 20 years and 91 days.

Sold with copied service papers.