mickey Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 hi all I purchased this qsa some time ago to a pte p Hennessey Lancashire fusiliers 9431 mounted broach style I know this unit was involved in the battle of spion kop the only info I have found is that he served with the 6th battalion (anglo boer war web site) I did read that men who were involved in this battle should have the relief of ladysmith clasp but I am sure I saw his name on the roll of men present at spion kop just cant remember were I saw it a bit outside my collecting area any info appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QSAMIKE Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 (edited) Hello Mickey.....I do not think that your man was involved in the battle of Spion Kop.....The battle was mostly fought by the 2nd Battalion.....His FMP entry is below......Mike First name(s)PhilipLast nameHennesseyService number(s)9431RankPrivateRegimentThe Lancashire FusiliersNotesTime expired 08/10/02.The Queen's South Africa (QSA) Medal Clasps: Cape Colony, Orange Free State, South Africa 1901RollsRoll: 179, Page: 271Roll: 179, Page: 308UnitsUnit: 6 The Lancashire Fusiliers Battalion, Rank: Private, Number: 9431 Edited September 6, 2015 by QSAMIKE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickey Posted September 6, 2015 Author Share Posted September 6, 2015 many thanks for the reply mike much appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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