« on: Tuesday 24 July 07 00:10 BST (UK) »
James Graham was described as:
'Key & colour sergeant royal artillery deceased'
on his daughter, Christian Dewar's death certificate (Glasgow 1871).
I think it reads 'key' but not sure. James died in 1827 and so far going through the Royal Artillery muster rolls, I have him in the 8th battillion in Malta 1807 - 1809. Christian was born in Malta 1812.
Any clues as to what the key refers to or info regarding colour sergeants would be appreciated.
Jo
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