The Douglas-Morris Collection of Naval Medals

(Willm. Elliott, Quarter Master, H.M.S. Vanguard. 23 Years) fitted with ring for suspension, good very fine

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

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Awarded 11 August 1843.
Joined the service as a Landsman aged 19 years, born Gosport, aboard H.M.S. HYPERION on 5 October 1818. Was advanced to Captain of Main Top ten years later aboard SPARTIATE. He retained this status as a Petty Of ficer until receiving his pension, medal and gratuity. He earned entitlement to the N.G.S. medal for Syria whilst aboard H.M.S. VANGUARD but his name does not appear on the clasp roll.