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Colin Gilchrist was awarded 3 medals for his service with the Scots Fusilier Guards. Two medals were for his service during the Crimean War: (1) Crimean Medal with clasps for Alma and Sabastopol, and (2) the Turkish Crimean Medal. He received the Sardinian issue of the Turkish Crimean medal, since it has the wording 'La Crimea'. The third medal that he received was for FOR LONG SERVICE AND GOOD CONDUCT. This medal is inscribed with his name and The Scots Guards.
When Taken:
1870's
Supplied By:
Judy Paginton, granddaughter of Agnes Louisa Gilchrist