A Link with the Past
There is an interesting old fellow at present in the City of London Infirmary. This is Mr John Stacey, who: was born at Nottingham in August 1808, It is interesting to hear him relate some of the many vicissitudes he has experienced. Enlisting in the 14th Light Dragoons in . 1884, he saw much military service, being actively engaged, in no fewer than 26 battles. He is proud to relate that he was one of the bodyguard of Queen Victoria at her Coronation. Later he was sent with his to meet Prince Albert, and again acted as one of the bodyguard at the late Queen’s wedding. Unfortunately his lack of education prevented him trom rising beyond the rank of drill corporal, but his distinguished service has gained him several medals and clasps. After claiming his discharge from the Army in 1860, with a pension of lOd per day, Mr Stacey became engaged in mining operations at Mexborough, and remained in that occupation for 82 years. He was one of the 11 veterans picked out to join in the Jubilee procession in 1887, walking all the way from Yorkshire to be present. He is now looking forward with pleasure to the coming Coronation, in which be hopes to take part.
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Manawatu Herald, 15 April 1902, Page 2
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213A Link with the Past Manawatu Herald, 15 April 1902, Page 2
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