Charles Melliss Papers [The Operations in Ashanti : Two Victoria Crosses : Honours and Promotions]
press cutting, press cutting
Accession Number
NAM.1967-02-91-5
Description
Press cutting from ‘The Times’, describing the award of the Victoria Cross to Maj Charles Melliss Indian Staff Corps and 1st Bn West African Frontier Force, and to Sgt John Mackenzie, Seaforth Highlanders, for their gallantry during the 5th Ashanti War (1900). From a collection of papers relating to Maj Gen Sir Charles John Melliss VC (1862-1936). Associated with the 5th Ashanti War (1900).
Campaigns
5th Ashanti War (1900-1901)
Associated collection
