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2nd Afghan War Medal 1878-80, awarded to Major General Euston Henry Sartorius, 59th (2nd Nottinghamshire) Regiment (metal)
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2nd Afghan War Medal 1878-80, awarded to Major General Euston Henry Sartorius, 59th (2nd Nottinghamshire) Regiment (metal)
5926827 2nd Afghan War Medal 1878-80, awarded to Major General Euston Henry Sartorius, 59th (2nd Nottinghamshire) Regiment (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: 2nd Afghan War Medal 1878-80, awarded to Major General Euston Henry Sartorius, 59th (2nd Nottinghamshire) Regiment.
All Indian and British participants in the 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880) qualified for the Afghan War Medal.
Euston Henry Sartorius was born in Portugal on 6 June 1844. On 24 October 1879, while on campaign in Afghanistan serving with the 59th (2nd Nottinghamshire) Regiment, Sartorius led a small force of men in an assault on an enemy position on a steep hill. During the successful attack Sartorius was wounded by sword cuts to both hands, which resulted in the partial loss of use of his left hand. Sartorius won the Victoria Cross for his actions at Shahjui and he received the gallantry award from Queen Victoria at Windsor Castle on 1 July 1881.
Sartorius went on to serve in Egyptian War of 1882, retired from the Army in 1905 and died at his home in Chelsea in London on 19 February 1925.
From a medal group awarded to Major General Euston Henry Sartorius (1844-1925), 59th (2nd Nottinghamshire) Regiment.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases the 2nd Afghan War Medal awarded to Major General Euston Henry Sartorius of the 59th (2nd Nottinghamshire) Regiment. Crafted from metal, this prestigious medal symbolizes bravery and valor during a tumultuous period in history. The 2nd Afghan War took place from 1878 to 1880, involving both Indian and British participants. All those who participated were eligible for this esteemed medal. Major General Euston Henry Sartorius, born in Portugal on June 6,1844, earned this remarkable honor while serving with his regiment in Afghanistan. On October 24,1879, Sartorius led a courageous assault on an enemy position situated atop a steep hill. During the successful attack, he sustained sword cuts to both hands which resulted in partial loss of use of his left hand. Despite his injuries, Sartorius displayed exceptional bravery and was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions at Shahjui. Queen Victoria herself presented him with this gallantry award at Windsor Castle on July 1st, 1881. Not only did he excel in the Afghan War but also served valiantly in the Egyptian War of 1882 before retiring from the Army in1905. Major General Euston Henry Sartorius passed away at his home in Chelsea London on February19th , 1925. This stunning print is part of a larger medal group that belonged to him and is currently housed at the National Army Museum in London. It serves as a testament to one man's extraordinary courage and dedication to duty during times of conflict.
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