Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Afghanistan 1878-80, 1 clasp, Peiwar Kotal (2045. Pte. A. M’clelland. 72nd Highrs.) lacquered, edge bruise, nearly very fine £180-£220

Alexander Mclelland was born in Creetown, Kirkcudbright, Scotland. He attested for the 72nd Highlanders at Manchester in March 1872, and served with the Regiment in India between October 1872 and May 1880. Mclelland was discharged on 20 March 1893, having served 21 years with the Colours (awarded L.S. & G.C. in July 1892).