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Auction: 20001 - Orders, Decorations and Medals - conducted behind closed doors
Lot: 44

A notable Indian Mutiny Medal to Private W. Clark, 9th Lancers, severely wounded at the Siege of Delhi

Indian Mutiny 1857-59, 1 clasp, Delhi (Wm. Clark, 9th Lancers), minor edge bruise, otherwise very fine

William Clark, a native of High Worthing, Essex, was severely wounded at Delhi on 14 September 1857, during the main assault on the city. Showing incredible bravery, the 9th Lancers positioned themselves close to the city walls in an attempt to draw enemy fire away from the British infantry attacking the breaches. Their exploits during the siege earned them the nickname 'The Delhi Spearmen'. Clark transferred to the 3rd Bengal Cavalry on 28 February 1859.

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Sold for
£520

Starting price
£210

Sale 20001 Notices
2 men of this name and unit entitled to the Medal & clasp. One wounded and one killed in action. A further William Clark of the unit entitled to Medal without clasp. Estimate amended to £300-400.