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Armed Forces / Re: Second Anglo-Afghan War 1878-80
« on: Tuesday 21 May 13 05:51 BST (UK) »
Hi, my ancestor Joseph Chambers - Private No 1370. 85th Regiment.Enlisted 22 July 1867 Newcastle-0n-Tyne
I know he was awarded the Afghan War Medal have an old picture with him wearing it.
Served 132yrs .246 days Conduct & Character while with the colours have been very good in possesion of 3 good conduct badges. Discharge confirmed Simla 24th Feb 1881.
I would be grateful of any further info.
I know he was awarded the Afghan War Medal have an old picture with him wearing it.
Served 132yrs .246 days Conduct & Character while with the colours have been very good in possesion of 3 good conduct badges. Discharge confirmed Simla 24th Feb 1881.
I would be grateful of any further info.