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"Captain Barrell served in the Kafir war m 1877-78, including the operations against the Gailcas and Galekas, and in the Zulu war in 1879 (Medal with Clasp). Served in the Egyptian war of 1S82 (honorary rank of Captain, Medal, and Khedive's Star). Served with the Nile Expedition in 1884-85 (mentioned in despatches, granted the higher rate of pay, Clasp)."
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Subject: Capt Barrell Fri Sep 21, 2018 6:02 am
Sub - Asst Commy W. Barrell was SCO at Fort Pearson , Lower Tugela . 90th
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Subject: Re: Captain Barrell Sat Sep 22, 2018 7:35 pm
William John Barrell. Date of Birth - 27th January 1841. Quartermaster - 11th December 1878 Departmental Service - 1 year 51 days Quartermaster - Woolwich - 31st January 1880 Honorary Captain - 7th March 1883 South African War - 1879 - Zulu Campaign. Egyptian Expedition - 1882 - Granted Honorary Rank of Captain. Medal, bronze star. Source ‘1884 Army List’ (p 969 & 1213)
[You must be registered and logged in to see this image.] His grave is situated in Plumpstead Cemetery, London. Source ‘Keynsham Light Horse’.