MAJOR GENERAL RALPH ARTHUR PENRHYN CLEMENTS

Approximate Image Size: 7 1/2 X 10 inches Approximate Overall Size: 10 X 14 inches

PARTIAL DESCRIPTION FROM THE BIOGRAPHY: Major-General Ralph Arthur Penrliyn Clements was born on February 6th, 1855, and joined the 24th Regiment, on transfer from the Militia, on December 2nd, 1874. His first war experience was gained in 1877-78, when he saw service against the Kaffirs, being present at the action of Neumarka. Having become Adjutant of his Battalion July 27th, 1879, he acted in that capacity during the Zulu War, when he was present at the battle of Ulundi, being mentioned in Despatches, and receiving his first war medal with clasp. According to the rule then existing, he had to vacate the duties of Adjutant on promotion to his Company on December 4th, 1880; but, no sooner was it ruled that a Captain was eligible, than he once more put on the spurs. on October 26th, 1882, and retained the position of Adjutant until promoted Major on February 24th, 1886. His Battalion was then on active service in Burma, where he did duty for a time as a Brigade Major, and afterwards as Assistant Provost Marshal. He rejoined his Battalion in the spring of 1886, and served with it almost continuously in face of the enemy until 1889. He was brought to notice in Despatches in most complimentary terms, and had the further gratification of finding himself, named in a Government of India's General Order as an officer deserving of the highest credit. His .services were acknowledged by his promotion to a Brevet Lieut.-Colonelcy, and he also received the war medal with two clasps. .

VERY GOOD CONDITION. Printed on heavier textured-glossy type paper. The colors are very bright and clean It does have text on reverse side (doesn't show through the heavier textured type paper) which is a BIOGRAPHY relating to the portrait. A great Genealogy collectible item.

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