The Collection of Medals formed by the late David Dixon

Four: Commander F. W. Loane, Royal Navy

Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, dated reverse, 1 clasp, Alexandria 11th July (Lieut., R.N., H.M.S. Bittern); British War and Victory Medals (Commr., R.N.); Khedive’s Star 1882, unnamed as issued, mounted for display, good very fine (4) £300-350

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of Medals formed by the late David Dixon.

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Frederick William Loane entered the Royal Navy as a Cadet in January 1870 and became a Midshipman in December 1871. He was promoted to Sub-Lieutenant in September 1875 and Lieutenant in 1879 and retired with the rank of Commander in October 1900. He resumed active service during the Great War. Sold with copied service details and copy of his Last Will.