Medals relating to the American War of 1812 from the collection of William G Cheoros

Naval General Service 1793-1840, 2 clasps, Basque Roads 1809, 14 Dec Boat Service 1814 (John Goms) extremely fine £2000-2500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Medals relating to the American War of 1812 from the collection of William G Cheoros.

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Ex Glendining, August 1902 (£12).

John Goms is confirmed as an Able Seaman for both actions, serving aboard the Donegal at Basque Roads, and aboard the Belle Poule in the attack on New Orleans.