Description
Embarked with the 11th Hussars for the Crimea and was killed in action at Balaklava, 25 October 1854.
Born in London and enlisted originally into the 3rd Light Dragoons in London on 16 August 1849, regimental No. 1924. He served with the regiment in India for a period, before transferring to the 11th Hussars on 1 July 1853. Purchased by a coin dealer from Southport about 1978 from a collector in Warrington it was then sold to Cannon Lummis. part exchanges welcome.
Note: See Lot 32 Spink sale July 30th 2026 Private H.J. Wakelin 11th Hussars hammer price £13,000 plus additional the buyers premium approximately y £16, 500 +
