The Second Anglo-Afghan War Database Project
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James Alexander
Regiment:
92nd Highlanders
Birth:
Nov 1859 North Muir, Kirriemuir, Forfar
Rank:
Private 1939
Death:
Oct 1927 Gordon Highlanders Cottage Home, Kintore, Aberdeenshire
Medal roll:
Charasia. Kabul.
Notes:
Farm servant, enlisted 92nd Highlanders at Dundee Feb 1868. Afghan War Mar 1879 - May 1880. First Boer War, Transvaal. Appointed Piper Apr 1883. Discharged at Belfast Feb 1889. Long Service Good Conduct Medal.
Family:
Married Jane Fraser (m.1882).
Ref:
British Medals Forum.