Hello,
I have got a French sword engraved " Presented to rear admiral O'Kelly"
This navy sword is dated betwin 1852 and 1870.
I don't find anything on this Admiral.
He is not French.
Does anyone have an idea to identify.
Thanks
Gerry
Hello again
Before independence,in 1962, Algeria was a French "département". Many "tirailleurs" were isued from Algeria, Tunisia and Moroco.
Friendly
Gerry
Hello,
You will find more information and a copy of his military document here :
http://www.memoiredeshommes.sga.defense.gouv.fr/spip.php?page=base_liste
I confirm HE worked for the bank in north africa.
B r
Gerry
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