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Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 5 clasps, Cape Colony, Driefontein, Johannesburg, Diamond Hill, Wittebergen (4291 Pte. J. Meekison, 2nd Rl. Highldrs.) slight contact marks, very fine £90-120
This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Donald G. Mellen Collection.
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James Meekison was born in Dundee. A member of the 3rd Battalion Royal Highlanders, he attested for full-time service with the regiment at Perth on 25 September 1890. With the 2nd Battalion he served in South Africa, April 1896- June 1897. He was transferred to the Army Reserve in September 1897 but was recalled in October 1899. With the 2nd Battalion he served in South Africa, October 1899-September 1900. Discharged 24 September 1902. With copied service papers and roll extract - confirms first clasp only.
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