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Preisdatenbank abonnierenA Selection of 35mm Camera Lenses, to include a Canon FL f/3.5 100mm, barrel P, part of rear missing, optics F, a Nikon 35-70mm zoom, barrel G, optics G, a Canon FD f/1.8 50mm, barrel G, a Minolta 28-80mm zoom, barrel G, optics F-G, light haze, a Tokina 60-120mm zoom, optics F, an Osawa 70-150mm zoom, optics G, a Sigma 70-210mm power zoom, barrel F, tacky, optics F, and a selection of lens cases.
A Kodak Retina IIIS 35mm Rangefinder Three Lens Camera Outfit, comprising a Kodak Retina IIIS 35mm rangefinder camera body, in VG condition. The rangefinder patch is bright & visible. The body shutter is working across all speeds but would require a service to bring them back up to normal tolerances as slower speeds sound too slow. Together with a Retina-Curtagon f/2.8 35mm lens, body VG, optics G-VG, some very light dust/haze present, in maker's bubble. Also with a Retina-Xenar f/2.8 50mm lens, body VG, optics VG, some very light dust/haze present. Together with a Retina-Tele-Arton f/4 85mm lens, body VG, optics VG, some very light dust present. Overall VG, only fault is that the camera shutter requires a service of slower speeds.
WW1 early MM Military Medal for Bravery awarded to 3-6462 Lance Corporal Victor James Goddard 6/ DCLI. Includes his MM, Victory Medal, Death Penny and some research. Goddard (1887-1916) was born in London, served in the Merchant Navy from age 15-23 (including training on the aboard the Training Ship Warspite). He joined the 3rd Battallion Duke of Cornwall Light Infantry c1915 most likely as a Reservist before being sent to France early 1916. He served with the 6th Battalion at the Somme and fought at Delville Wood in August. His MM was recorded in the London Gazette 1 Sept 1916 (hence an early issue MM as only the 5th list of MMs to be released). Sadly Godard is recorded as killed in Action 4th September only days later. The regimental diary doesn't appear to mention why he was granted his MM. He is commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial for missing soldiers and since the company diary records that the brigade had been pulled back to billets and training in Aumont from the 1st September (and no casualties on the 4th) he must have gone missing in battle late August.
CRIMEAN WAR. Two autograph documents signed, 11th April 1855, adhered as one with a small additional note further attached. Sold together with photocopied photographs of Lt. Col Hodge and Lt. Col. F.G. Shewell and typed letter transcriptions. Lt-Col. F.G.Shewell, 8th Hussars, ALS to Assistant Adjutant General Cavalry Division. Return of the Light Brigade (Kadikoi, 11th April 1855). Shewell emphasizes the strain on his men due to their reduced numbers, worsened by detachments to auxiliary duties like the Commissariat and Staff Corps, e.g. "Officers commanding Regiments complain that, in consequence of the late decrease in their strength, they have not sufficient men to furnish the duties required of them without subjecting them to undue hardships.". This reflects broader logistical problems faced by the British army in the Crimean War, where manpower shortages often led to combat troops being reassigned to non-combat roles. Lt-Col Edward Cooper Hodge, 4th Dragoon Guards, to AAG Cavalry Division, asking to return men of 2nd Cavalry Brigade to their Corps (Kadikoi, 11th April 1855). Hodge’s tone conveys frustration with allocating men to non-combat duties, which made night patrols and piquet service “very severe.” His appeal to higher command illustrates the cascading effects of resource shortages, where decisions at the strategic level negatively impacted operational efficiency. Footnote:By April 1855, the Light Cavalry Brigade was recovering from the catastrophic events of the previous October during the Charge of the Light Brigade (25 October 1854) at the Battle of Balaclava. This ill-fated attack decimated the brigade, resulting in heavy casualties among its officers, men, and horses. In the months following, the brigade had been partially rebuilt, but it remained understrength and overstretched.The Crimean winter of 1854-1855 had further compounded their difficulties. Poor logistics, disease, and exposure had taken a toll on British forces, and the Light Brigade, like other units, suffered severely from a lack of adequate supplies and horses. Despite these hardships, the brigade remained a critical part of the cavalry division, tasked with patrolling, reconnaissance, and skirmishing duties around the British lines near Sebastopol.Lt-Col. F.G. Shewell, as commander of the Light Brigade, was responsible for ensuring his men were ready for action. His letter highlights the strain caused by having men detached from their regiments for auxiliary duties (e.g., as butchers or orderlies). At this time, the brigade comprised remnants of the original five regiments: the 4th and 13th Light Dragoons, the 8th and 11th Hussars, and the 17th Lancers. The 2nd Cavalry Brigade was part of the Heavy Brigade, which had seen action alongside the Light Brigade at Balaclava. Unlike the Light Brigade’s disastrous charge, the Heavy Brigade had successfully repelled a larger force of Russian cavalry earlier that day. However, they, too, faced significant challenges in the months that followed.By April 1855, the brigade was heavily engaged in defensive operations near Kadikoi, supporting the siege of Sebastopol. Night duties and frequent piquet responsibilities left the men overworked, and, like the Light Brigade, they struggled with manpower shortages due to detachments for non-combat roles. Col. Edward C. Hodge’s letter underscores the impact of this on the brigade’s operational effectiveness and the need to return men to their regiments.
PRESS PHOTOGRAPHY, Second World War. A group of approximately 58 black and white photographs relating to the the Home Front and some Rescue Work, mainly circa 1939-41, but a few later reprints, with a small number of newspaper clippings, photographs with printed captions verso, published by various agencies, largest approximately 28cm x 18cm Subjects comprise:Defence for a potential invasion, including road blocks and light railway armoured cars and home defence trainingFood rationing (include post-war)Wartime evacuees, including post-war reunion and London childrenSchool evacuation drills, gas mask fittings, etcRescue workEnglish evacuees in the grounds of Daniel Guggenheim's Long Island MansionCivil Defence Control room in London(approximately 58)
CRIMEAN WAR. Lt-Colonel Edward Cooper Hodge, 4th Dragoon Guards. Commander of the 'Charge of the Heavy Brigade' at Balaclava on October 25th 1854. Letter signed, Camp before Sebastopol, 28th November 1854. 1 page, 16cm x 20.5cm. "Sir I have the honour to request that you will forward to Brigadier General Scarlett, this very application for leave of absence for Cornet Fisher of the 4th dragoon Guards from the 30th of Nov'b till the 30th Dec'b 1854 that he may there receive medial treatment of which he is in need. The certificate of his call has been forwarded in the usual manner. I have the honour to be Sir/Your most obed't Servant (signed) Edw'd C Hodge Lieut Col. Commanding 4th Dragoon Guards" Footnote:Hodge was the son of Major Edward Hodge (1782–1815) of the 7th Hussars, who was killed at the head of his squadron in a charge against Napoleon's Polish Lancers at Genappe the day before the battle of Waterloo.As a Lieutenant-Colonel, Edward Cooper Hodge commanded the 4th (Royal Irish) Regiment of Dragoon Guards. He commanded the 4th throughout the Crimean War and led the regiment in the immortal "Charge of the Heavy Brigade" at Balaclava on 25th October 1854, which took place the morning of the "Charge of the Light Brigade". He was subsequently placed in command of the 5th Dragoon Guards and later rose to General.
A small group of photographs and a newspaper relating to the King's Shropshire Light Infantry, comprising three of the 1st Btn in Poona, India, 1925: a horseback portrait of Lt. Col. J.C. Hooper D.S.O, Commanding Officer, photo measuring 18cm x 19cm; Regimental Football Team, 1925, 23cm x 14cm; and Regimental Hockey Team, 23cm x 13.5cm, unframed, mounted on card boards, together with a coloured portrait of a KLSI soldier, framed, overall 36cm x 31cm, a photograph of the H.M.T.S 'Aurana' by G.W Latter, 13 Bernard Street Southampton [the Aurania was used by Volunteer Service Company, 2nd KSLI to transport troops to South Africa during the Boer War, framed, overall 40cm x 33cm; two further photos including a group regimental portrait, and a newspaper, Bridgnorth Journal, April 3rd 1915, inscribed to Sergeant Dibble 83 Company 4th KSLI (group)
LOCAL INTEREST. A First World War Battle of Loos Killed in Action medal group and death plaque to 16685 Private Alfred Bradley, 5th Battalion King's Shropshire Light Infantry. 1914-15 Star, 1914-18 War Medal and Victory Medal [16685 PTE. A. BRADLEY K.S.L.I] and death plaque [ALFRED BRADLEY] with original envelope and certificate of issue. Sold together with a small amount of photocopied research.Footnote:Private Alfred Bradley was born in 1880 at Brimfield, Herefordshire, the son of William Richard and Jane Bradley. He was killed in action, aged 35, on the 25th September 1915, on the 1st day of the Battle of the Loos. He is commemorated on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial. The 5th KSLI was part of the 14th (Light) Infantry Division, VI Corps, which took part in diversionary attacks on the opening day of the offensive. He landed in France on 9th June 1915. Information taken from the Ludlow Advertiser states he was reported wounded on 16th October 1915, previously reported wounded now reported wounded and missing on 6th November and now reported killed on 4th December.
LOCAL INTEREST - A First World War Killed in Action medal trio and death plaque to 11519 Private Albert Jones, 6th King's Shropshire Light Infantry. 1914-15 Star, 1914-18 War Medal and Victory Medal named to "11519 PTE. A. JONES SHROPS. L.I". Sold together with a small amount of photocopied research.Footnote:The 6th Service Battalion was formed by companies at different towns in the county, and it left the depot for Blacktown on 10th September 1914. The Battalion became a unit of the 60th Brigade and, on 21st/22nd July 1915, entrained for Folkestone en route to Boulogne. Pte. Jones was killed in action on 13th August 1915, aged 24, and buried at the Rue-du-Bois Military Cemetary, Fleuxbaix (Grave reference I.A.22).The unit war diary for 13th August 1915, 6th Battalion at Rouge de Bout and trenches at Petillon: "Casualties during the day - 1 man killed (gunshot wound to the head), 1 man seriously wounded (gunshot wound to head) and 1 man slightly wounded (remained at duty). 8.30pm "A" Company to relieve "D" Company and two platoons of "B" Company in the trenches." Albert Jones was the man killed on this day and he was the first man from the 6th Battalion to be killed in action. Sergeant E.S. Williams was the man seriously wounded and later died of his wounds.Thomas Albert Jones, known as Albert, was born in 1891 at Rushbury, near Munslow, Craven Arms. He was the son of John and Jane Jones and the husband of Rose Elizabeth Jones of 82, Elkington Street, Aston, Birmingham. He enlisted at Ludlow in late August 1914 and landed in Franche on 24th July 1915. He is commemorated on the War Memorials both at Ludlow and Wistantow.
CRIMEAN WAR. Frederick Maxse (1833–1900), British Admiral Autograph letter signed, one page, 4to, dated Headquarters before Sebastopol, 17th June [1855], addressed to Sir George Brown of the Light Division. In the letter, Maxse conveys Lord Raglan's instructions to send Brown a Union Jack, stating: "I believe it is intended to wave over the Redan tomorrow & therefore I trust you will allow me to wish you every success in there planting it." The integral address leaf bears remnants of a seal, with a small fragment of the red, white, and blue silk Union Jack mentioned in the letter affixed to the page. Some minor foxing and light age-related wear, overall in very good condition. Sold together with printed portrait of Admiral Maxse.The letter was written on the eve of the planned assault on the Redan, a key Russian defensive fortification in the southern defences of Sebastopol. This attack, part of the Siege of Sebastopol (1854–1855), was one of the pivotal moments in the Crimean War. The Redan was targeted on several occasions, including the assault of 18th June 1855, which resulted in heavy British casualties and ultimate failure to capture the position. Only in September 1855, following the fall of the nearby Malakoff redoubt, did the Russians abandon the southern side of Sebastopol.Sir George Brown (1790–1865), recipient of the letter, was a distinguished British General noted for his service in both the Peninsular and Crimean Wars. As commander of the Light Division, he played a significant role in the campaigns, including the battles of Alma and Inkerman.
CRIMEAN WAR. Return of Twenty-Six Horses of the Thirteen Regiment of Light Dragoons, Inspected by Brigadier General Laurenson Ennis Cavy Division and found unfit for further Military Service. Head Quarters at Scutarai this 24th day of April, 1854. Partially printed document with manuscript insertions. Listing the troop letter, troop number, colour, sex, age, size, service and cause of unfitness for each individual horse - e.g. quiltor and mange incurable; bad condition and not fit to carry a Dragoon; lame off back incurable, etc. Signed by the veterinary surgeon Thornton Hart and Commanding Officer, single side, 21 x 33.5cm. Sold with a full typed transcription.
The First World War Diaries of 334846 Pioneer Lawrence Horton, Royal Engineers, 'E' Special Company, 1917–1920 A group of three small pocket diaries, accompanied by a larger loose note page on YMCA BEF stationery. The named diaries span from 30th April 1917 to 1st January 1920 and are complete with daily entries, including training at home and fighting in France. Sold with photocopied research materials and full written transcripts of the diary contents.Horton enlisted on 8th May 1917 as Private 18783 in the 5th Training Reserve Battalion and transferred to the Chemist’s Division of the Royal Engineers on 1st November 1917. After completing additional training, he arrived in France on 23rd March 1918. His diary entries offer insight into his experiences at the front, with detailed observations of his work, the challenges faced, and his daily routines. Entries include:11th April 1918: “Went up the line for the first time at Cambrin. Very quiet indeed. Lots of aeroplanes up. Two of our planes bombed Fritz trenches.”5th May 1918: “Went up the line. Got ready to discharge the gas but it was washed out.” Similar entries on the 8th and 10th note failed attempts due to wind, but on 12th May: “Gas discharged at 10.30pm. Successful.”23rd June 1918: “Went up the line at Meteren. Had some narrow escapes.” The following day: “Went up the line at Nieppe Forest carrying cylinders for 'L' Company. Had a narrow escape from a shell-burst about 5 yards away.”The diaries also reference periods of relative inactivity, including duties as a billet orderly and attendance at YMCA events. Horton’s later entries document his participation in building a light railway near Calonne and carrying supplies under fire, as noted on 5th October 1918: “Went up the line at Sandcourt carrying guns, bombs etc. 4 casualties, Sgt. Harrison killed.”The Armistice is marked tersely on 11th November 1918: “Hostilities ceased at 11am. Attached to 2nd American Army.”Horton was discharged on 22nd October 1919 at Chatham, entitled to the British War and Victory Medals.These diaries provide a concise and unembellished perspective on life in the Special Brigade, documenting the monotony and peril of service in a gas warfare unit during the Great War. Condition:Bindings are secure but exteriors generally dog eared and worn. Please see photos
LOCAL INTEREST - A Boer War Casualty Queen's South Africa medal with 5 clasps to 454 Private James Fox, 1st Scots Guards. Diamond Hill, Johannesburg, Driefontein, Modder River, Belmont [454 PTE. J. FOX, SCOTS GDS]. Sold together with several pages of copied research.Footnote:Private James Fox was born in 1876, the son of Peter and Abigail Fox. In the 1881 Census, aged 5, he is listed living at Sharpstones in Bayston Hill. His father was Peter Fox (born in Pontesbury), a farmer of 10 acres and a Stone Quarry proprietor. He enlisted into the Scots Guards, aged 18 years and 6 months, on 2nd July 1894, giving his trade as a butcher. He was described as fair complexion, blue eyes and dark hair, height 5' 9 7/8". Fox had previously served in the 3rd (Militia) King's Shropshire Light Infantry. He served for a total of 6 years and 9 days, dying of Enteric Fever at Pretoria, South Africa, on 10th July 1900. He is remembered at Holy Trinity Church (north and south gallery panels), Windsor, Berkshire.
CRIMEAN WAR. Captain Walter Francis Balfour, 2nd Rifle Brigade. Six autograph letters to his uncle, Colonel Bower, written from Sebastopol and Headquarters, 10th August 1855–15th February 1856, accompanied by a memorandum relating to a Gazette for his actions on 8th September 1855. These letters provide detailed accounts of life during the siege of Sebastopol, including observations on key military engagements, logistical challenges, and troops' morale. Excerpts include:Sebastopol, 10th August 1855 Balfour anticipates an imminent assault while reflecting on the burden of increased responsibilities after the death of Captain Edward Roland Forman: "They are talking of another assault soon... I am so worked having succeeded to poor Forman's Company & having just lost my pay Sergt I have all the accounts to look after."Sebastopol, 10th September 1855 Writing two days after the storming of the Redan, Balfour describes the chaotic and costly assault, commending the bravery of fallen comrades but lamenting the failure to capture the position: "It has pleased God to bring me safe out of the most desperate encounters that we have had this campaign. Sebastopol is ours. The attack on the Redan was a failure, the young soldiers would not face it, & in consequence our loss in officers is fearful." He notes significant casualties: "The Light Division alone have lost 70 – killed & wounded – & 1000 men." He also observes the destruction within Sebastopol: "The Russian fleet is all destroyed with the exception of a few steamers."Camp Headquarters, 5th October 1855 A primarily personal letter, mentioning his unit’s role as a guard of honour and addressing rumours of his injury during the assault on the Redan: "Some fool who was in the Redan with me said I had been hit and taken."Undated letter, postmarked December 1855 Balfour expresses frustration about a lack of recognition in dispatches despite his commendable service, citing a public compliment from his brigadier: "I believe I ought to have been Mentioned in Dispatches once before & I was complimented by the Brigadier... on the success of my efforts at the advance sap."Headquarters, 19th December 1855 Writing candidly about the challenges of army life and the behaviour of troops, Balfour critiques the financial incentives given to soldiers: "The men are too well off – they get too much money that they are perpetually drunk." He describes acting to maintain order: "I pulled one of their huts down, & have hauled the chap over to the Provost Marshall." He also lists essential supplies lost to the fortunes of war: "My revolver I lost in the eighth of September in the scrimmage... My saddle bags were burnt including contents at Varna."Private, 15th February 1856 Reflecting on his service, Balfour notes his frequent command of sharpshooting and covering parties and lack of promotion: "If there ever was a volunteering, sharpshooting or covering party... I had always the command of it... but as on the 18th of June poor Forman a Junior Officer had the command of a like party I would have been promoted had he not fallen." Footnote:Walter Francis Balfour, born 8th January 1831, son of Francis Balfour and Margaret Bower. Married Jane Amelia Kier, daughter of Patrick Small Kier on 25th October 1866. Died 24th February 1909, aged 79. He gained the rank of Major in the service of the Rifle Brigade. In 1862, he unsuccessfully claimed the Lordship Balfour of Burleigh as the heir male. He lived at Fernie Castle, Fife, Scotland and held the office Deputy Lieutenant of Fife.
LOCAL INTEREST - A First World War medal trio to 8184 Private William Owen, King's Shropshire Light Infantry. 1914 Mons Star with clasp, 1914-18 War Medal and Victory medal, with bi-metal KSLI cap badge and Field Service Pocket Book 1914. Sold together with relevant typed and printed research, including service papers, regimental defaulter sheets and discharge records. Provenance:Footnote:William Owen was born in Broseley in 1887, the son of William and Mary Owen. By the 1901 census, at age 14, he was listed as a tile worker living at 18 Roper's Hill, Madeley (now Newbridge Road, Ironbridge). A contemporary newspaper article lists him as a moulder at the Ironbridge Coalbrookdale works as a moulder at the outbreak of war.Service Details:22nd August 1906: Enlisted at Shrewsbury into the King's Shropshire Light Infantry (KSLI).29th November 1906: Transferred to the 1st Battalion, KSLI.16th February 1907 - 19th March 1913: Served in India.16th November 1913: Transferred to the 2nd Battalion, KSLI.22nd March 1913: Entered the Army Reserve.5th August 1914: Mobilised at Shrewsbury.9th September 1914 - 1st July 1915: Served with the British Expeditionary Force in France and Flanders.7th November 1916 - 15th December 1918: Served in Salonika and Macedonia.4th December 1918: Posted to the 2nd Battalion, KSLI.16th December 1918 - 16th April 1919: Served in South Russia (one of seven officers and 464 men).31st March 1920: Discharged from service with the rank of Lance Corporal.His brothers all likewise served during WW1: John, with the 4th KSLI; Frank, with the 9th North Staffs, killed at Gallipoli on 8th August 1915) and Robert, 7th KSLI, died of wounds in France on 24th October 1918.
A pair of First World War L. Petit Fabr binoculars in C&R. Brinsley leather case, dated 1917 with War Department arrow, case inscribed to Sgt. Phillips 7 PLTProvenance: Sergeant Frederick Phillips, no. 11801, King's Shropshire Light Infantry. Sold together with family photographs of Phillips and biographical detail. Phillips was awarded the Military Medal. Newspaper state Phillips died at Berrington Military Hospital from pneumonia and was formerly a clerk in the Cambrian Railways officers at Oswestry.
CRIMEAN WAR. Brevet-Major John Baillie Rose, 55th (Westmorland) Regiment. Autograph letter signed to Sir Robert(?), Scutari 3rd June 1854, crested notepaper. Sold together with a further manuscript with a copy of the letter, with an additional personal note about Maj. Rose following his death at the Battle of Alma and a small further note on black-edged mourning paper outlining his service and deeds, 13 sides total. Complete with typed transcriptions. Letter from Scutari, 3rd June 1854 Written shortly after the British Army’s arrival in Scutari, Rose provides a detailed account of the army’s preparation and morale as it awaited further deployment to Varna. He describes the training and organisation of the forces: "Since I wrote, the Light Division of the Army, about 7000 men under Gen. Sir. Geo. Brown, have gone up to Varna whither we expect to follow in time... completing equipment and daily practising field movements, route marching and the same been completed in Minie rifles."Rose notes his command of the Light Companies within the brigade as a mounted officer and reflects on the overall readiness of the British Army: "The 30th are the same and fully clothed and equipped and nothing will I think be left wanting for the efficiency and comfort of the whole force."He describes the review of the army by the Sultan on 1st June: "A more magnificent display of Infantry could not have taken place. Every Regiment was splendid, but were I called upon to award a superiority anywhere I should give it to the Guards tho' in contact with the 2 Highland Corps 93rd and 79th their size and solidity was striking."Rose’s comments on the Sultan’s retinue and the perception of the Turkish forces reflect the sentiments of the British troops: "The Sultan's retinue was poor in the extreme and our soldiers were heard remarking as they marched home, 'Well if them Turks can face the Russians, what will we do with them?'."He concludes with confidence in the British Army’s capabilities: "Indeed my own feeling and conviction is that, judiciously commanded and not exposed to shot and shell, the British force here is invincible."Additional DocumentsPersonal Reminiscence Note: This document commemorates Major Rose following his death at the Battle of Alma, describing him as: "A chivalrous soldier as gentle as he was brave."Black-Edged Mourning Note: This provides further historical details of Rose’s life and service, stating: "Major Rose entered the Army in 1826 and was in active service in India and China. By the gentleness of his manners joined to a zealous discharge of the duties of his profession, he secured the confidence of his superiors, the respect and friendship of his brother officers, and the devoted affection of his men." It also references his status as the head of the ancient family of Kilvarock, whose tenantry erected a memorial in his honour as a testament to his qualities as a landlord. Footnote:Major John Baillie Rose, 55th Regiment, was 'slain in the battle of the Alma'. He received a severe wound about three o'clock in the afternoon and was carried to the rear. Surgeon Blake found that a bullet had penetrated his chest. Kilravock was fully aware of his danger, and awakening after a short sleep, he desired the Surgeon to send word home that the last name on his lips was that of his dear wife. Major Rose died on September 20, 1854, and the regiment lamented him. He was interred side by side with Captain Shaw, another officer of the regiment, who fell the same day. Of Kilravoch Castle, Nairnshire. [Gentleman's Magazine Nov. 1854, p.533] He was the second son of the late Hugh Rose, Esq., and Katherine, daughter of Colonel John Baille, of Dunsin, Invernesshire. He was married to Miss Eileen Patison [Illustrated London News 11/11/1854].
A Victorian 68th (Durham) Light Infantry silver table cigar lighter on stand, hallmarked London, 1883, maker rubbed, further marked with Victorian diamond lozenge registration mark, modelled as a bugle with '68' below a ribbon, inscribed 'Presented to Officers Mess 5/68th Regimental District by Captn Wilson 3rd Durham Light Infantry' to the front and 'S.S. from R.D.N 1981-84' to the reverse, 11cm high overallFootnote: Captain Wilson is likely Captain Richard Bassett Wilson, later Lt-Col, who died of enteric on 21st March 1901 at Kroonstaad during the Boer War. Wilson is the single Captain of this name listed in the 1882 officer's records for the 3rd Battalion, Durham Light Infantry. He was the third son of the late Richard Bassett Wilson, Esq., of Cliffe, and brother of Col. J. G. Wilson, C.B. R. B. Wilson was educated at Rugby and took his battalion out to South Africa in January 1900, and served with it till his death. He was mentioned in despatches, L.G., Feb. 8th, 1901, and was awarded the C.M.G.
MILITARY INTEREST. A bundle of twelve assorted letters. Includes a party invite letter to Lieutenant-Colonel William Lee, 16th Light Dragoons, 25th June 1799; Admiral Dacres, ALS, 5th May 1881, with small portrait photograph; General Thomas Graham, Lord Lyndoch, ALS,10th November 1825; General Sir George Brown, ALS, Commander in Chief of Ireland, to General Sir Robert Gardiner, informing him of his new appointment; George Hay, 8th Marquis of Tweeddale, ALS, to Admiral Lord Keith, discussing pheasant breeding, February 1818; Sir David James Hamilton, ALS, December 1831, discussing financial matters; George Thomas Keppel, 6th Earl of Albermarle, ALS, January 1824 etc (group)
Portal, Captain Robert. Letters from the Crimea 1854-55, printed by Warren & Son High Street, 1900, for private circulation only. 8vo, 258 p., with frontis plate. Inscribed in black ink to title page 'Marg't Labalmondiere from Wyndham S[pencer] Portal, Sept 1900'Portal served with the 4th Light Dragoons and took part in Alma, Inkerman, Tchernaya and Balaklava.
A 1st Battalion King's Shropshire Light Infantry (KSLI) silk and bullion wire embroidery, circa 1919, embroidered with the regimental title above two flags listing battle honours from Egypt 1882 to Jerusalem, with red poppy and floral ribbon wreath below, framed and glazed, 67cm x 62cm overall (some water staining to lower left-hand corner)
CRIMEAN WAR - 2099 Pte. Thomas Biggins 97th (The Earl of Ulster's) Regiment of Foot. Light Company. Autograph letter signed to his sister, Camp Sebastopol, 25th September 1855. An interesting letter describing his involvement in the Assault on the Redan, 8th September 1855. 4 pages, 13.5cm x 20cmExcerpts include "I am overjoyed to tell you that Sebastopol is ours but the Russians is occupying the north side of Sebastopol. I am sorry to tell that our regt. got a great cutting up as we were the advanced party in the assault at the attack of the Redan battery, after leaving our advanced trench we had to run two hundred and and forty yards to the ditch which was twenty feet deep[.] We had to carry scaling letters and plant them in the ditch and then we mounted the battery and in we went like Brittons[.] When we were going up to the parapet they threw pick axes at us and hammers, stones, tins and in fact everything they could get to throw at us[.] When they expended their ammunition when we went into the battery their (sic) were about fifty to our one, and they flew from us like chaff before the wind[.] The same time that we attacked the Redan the french attacked the Malakoff battery, and when the French beat them out of the battery they flew down and attacked us at the Redan in thousands now[.] As regarding myself I got off with a few bruises one in the shoulder and another in the thigh slightly[.] When we were coming from our long earned task our band played (see the conquering heroes comes) we lost out of our regiment about three hundred including killed, wounded and missing, we lost our Colonel, Major, Adjutant, one Captain, two Lieutenants killed, two Captains and two Lieuts wounded in the assault"Footnote:Thomas Biggins was born in Kensington, London, about 1825. He enlisted in the 97th, aged 17, on the 21st November 1842 and served for a total of 20 years and 232 days, and as follows, overseas: Ionian Islands, Malta, Jamaica, North America, 10 years 2 months, Greece, Crimea, 2 years 1 month and East Indies, 6 years 10 months. His general conduct and character was described as "Good. He is in possession of four Good conduct badges. There has been no badges of merit or gallant conduct in the field conferred upon him. The Crimean, Turkish & Indian Mutiny medals with clasps for Sebastopol and Lucknow have been granted to him for service in the field .... He has been slightly wounded in action at the Assault of Redan 8th September 1855.He was discharged on the 28th September 1864 and was described as height 5"8, fresh complexion, grey eyes, light brown hair and a Labourer by trade. He died aged 67 in 1892, at Kensington London.
Light Cavalry Brigade in the Crimea - Extracts from the Letters and Journal of the Late Gen. Lord George Paget. 1st edn, 345p, with a fold-out map. Published by John Murray, 1881, in original black cloth with gilt lettering, rampant lion crest on front, some spotting and foxing throughout including affecting the map.
CRIMEAN WAR. Cornwallis, Major Fiennes. Letters written from the Crimea, to Several Members of His family, by the late Major Fiennes Cornwallis. Privately printed, 1868. Thin 8vo, iv + 122p. Some light browning, original gilt letter cloth, rebacked with much of original spine laid down. Inscribed in pencil to front free endpaper '? Theobald given by Mrs Wykeham Martin May 1869'.Major Fiennes Cornwallis, born Fiennes Wykeham-Martin (1831-1867). British Army officer and related to the Cornwallis family. Served in the Crimean War with the 4th Light Dragoons and participated in the Charge of the Light Brigade, becoming aide-de-camp to Lord George Paget in the Crimea. Retired from the Army on 5th May 1863 with the rank of Major and died a few years later on 24th April 1867 in a hunting accident.
LOCAL INTEREST. A First World War Killed in Action medal trio with death plaque to 17479 Private Frank Lamb, 5th Battalion King's Shropshire Light Infantry. 1914-15 Star, 1914-18 War Medal [17479 PTE. F. LAMB SHROPS. L.I"] and Victory Medal [17478 PTE. F. LAMB K.S.L.I"] and a gilt medal Oddfellows jewel, with death plaque 'FRANK LAMB'. Sold together with a small amount of photocopied research.Footnote:Frank Lamb was born in May 1881 at Longford near Newport, Shropshire, the son of a single mother, Clara Lamb. He married Sarah Ellen Pye at Newport, in 1903. The 1911 Census lists him as a coal salesman at Canal Wharf, aged 29, living with his wife and three children, at 4, Turners Lane, Edgmond, Newport, Shropshire.He died on the 25th September 1915, aged 34, and is remembered on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial. His obituary in the Wellington Journal of the 13th November 1915 reads: "Pr. FRANK LAMB, Turner's Road, has been officially reported as missing since Spetember 25. He joined the 5th K.S.L.I in March last, and went to France in July. Locally he was widely known and very popular. For 16 years he had been manager at Edgmond Canal Wharf for the Lilleshall Company. His active association with the Oddfellowship in the Newport District raised him to the position of Grand Master."
CRIMEAN WAR - A series of nine lengthy autograph letters signed by Veterinary Surgeon Matthew J Harpley, Royal Artillery. Sebastopol, 18th October - 17th December 1854, to his family. Content documents multiple military actions, including an account of the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade during the Battle of Balaclava and the immediate aftermath. Sold with complete typed transcriptions. 40 pages total, of which many are cross-written. Several letters with multiple date entries.Excerpts include: 28th October, 1854 Harpley describes the unfolding of the infamous charge, noting the tragic loss suffered by the Light Brigade: “800 sabres charged, 190 only returned, the remainder being killed, wounded or taken Prisoner.” The miscommunication that led to this disastrous attack is detailed, with the writer recounting how “Lord Cardigan said, ‘Who am I to charge?’ The answer he received was, ‘There, Sir, is your Enemy, charge them.'" Despite questioning the command, “The taunt was enough,” leading to an assault that saw “Russian gunners being cut down at their guns” but resulted in devastating British losses.The vulnerability of the British position is underscored by the failure of the Turkish troops, described as “the miserable Troops of Silistria,” who “threw off their knapsacks and ran as hard as their legs would carry them … without scarcely firing a shot.” This abandonment exposed the British forces, enabling the Russians to capture nine cannons: “As they did not spike their guns, the Russians took the 9 and still have possession of them.”The letter also praises the steadfastness of the 93rd Highlanders, “the only Regiment on the plain,” who repelled the Russian advance and made them “retreat as fast as they came.” The writer observes the French forces’ decisive actions, recounting how they “made a splendid charge with their Cavalry up a Hill, charged a Russian Field Battery, spiked their guns, and retired without suffering any serious loss.”The chaotic nature of the battle is conveyed, including the writer’s near encounter with danger: “I thought I heard the heavy firing was going on … but soon discovered I was unexpectedly near to them, for the shot and shell fell very near to me.” He reflects grimly on the unreliability of the Turkish troops, noting Sir Colin Campbell’s biting remark: “3000 more Turks had landed. What was to be done with them? His order was, ‘Send them to the devil, the sooner they are there, the better.’” And much more in other letters. Inspection recommended for full contents.
ORIENTAL MOCK TORTOISESHELL, 3 tier jewel box with pierced and carved dragon handle, 10.5cm widthSlight damage to corner of top tray. Front panel of top tray possibly re_attached. Small faint split to underside of base. Some very light signs of use, otherwise good condition. Not made of plastic. See photos
VICTORIAN ROSEWOOD, mother of pearl inlaid needlework casket with fittings, bird and garden design inlay with base drawer, 30m widthTop with some light signs of wear, small rear corner section of veneer missing and two small sections of inlay missing. Front with some small losses of inlay and lacking escutcheon. One side with area of wear, interior drawer lining with light signs of wear. See photos
VICTORIAN INLAID LADY'S VANITY BOX with mother of pearl fittings and bottles, tortoiseshell and mother of pearl inlaid design with base drawer, 32cm width, 16cm height, 24cm deepTop with overall extensive surface marks, light scratches, fading and signs of use. Some slight lifting of tortoiseshell. Sides with some light scratches and signs of use, one section of metal inlay below drawer out of place. Drawer lining with some light soiling. Otherwise good condition. The lids are silver plated.See photos.
19th CENTURY COROMANDEL BRASS INLAID WRITING BOX, flush handles and fitted interior, 41cm widthTop with overall light scratches and one corner section of brass inlay slightly raised. Sides with some light signs of wear and front with small section of brass inlay slightly raised. Inner catches to lid faulty and will not retain the leather section thus making the box difficult to close. Lock looks to be an early replacement. Interior with some loose elements and lacking bottles. See photos.
NEWLYN STYLE COPPER, square base tapering water jug, decorated with cormorants and fish, 25cm height; also Arts & Crafts copper, fish engraved 57cm trayThe side below pouring lip has three holes, one side panel with small hole. Lid fixing loose. Dent to top edge below lid. Some overall light surface marks. See photos
EARLY COMMEMORATIVE VICTORIA & ALBERT WEDDING 1840 commemorative transfer jug, 13cm height; and similar cream jug (some faults) Lot 328: Large jug with rim chip, short hairline from rim. Small faint glaze hairline behind lower handle section. Some light staining, glaze rubbing to pouring lip. Small jug with rim chip & glaze rubbing to pouring lip & some small chips to lower handle terminal, otherwise good condition. See photos
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