The Douglas-Morris Collection of Naval Medals

Three: Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, undated reverse, 2 clasps, Suakin 1885, Tofrek (R. West, Pte. R.M.L.I.) clasps loose on ribbon and each with brooch fitting on reverse; Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., V.R., narrow suspension (Richd. West, Pte. No. 336 Po. R.M.L.I.) impressed naming; Khedive’s Star 1884-6, some pitting, otherwise good very fine (3)

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Douglas-Morris Collection of Naval Medals.

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Born in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, on 6 September 1848, Richard West attested at Walmer on 6 October 1872 aged 24 years. He saw service in the following Ships ARIADNE (1872-73), LORD WARDEN (1874-75), HERCULES (1875-77), ST VINCENT (1877-80), and was a member of the R.M. Battalion, Egypt, 16 September 1884 until 16 May 1885. He was awarded hisL.S. & G.C. medal whilst within the Portsmouth Division on 18 May 1888. His last vessel was H.M.S. AUSTRALIA (1889-91) prior to being pensioned to shore on 7 October 1891.