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Ashantee War Medal 1873-74, Captain R W Sartorius, 6th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry (metal)
5926442 Ashantee War Medal 1873-74, Captain R W Sartorius, 6th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Ashantee War Medal 1873-74, with clasp for Coomassie, awarded to Captain R W Sartorius, 6th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry.
Reginald William Sartorious (1841-1907) was born on the Isle of Wight on 8 May 1841. A veteran of the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859), Sartorious served with the 72nd Bengal Native Infantry in the Bhutan War (1864-1865). Serving with the 6th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry, Sartorious was awarded the Victoria Cross for gallantry during the 2nd Ashanti War (1873-1874), in present day Ghana. At Abogoo, on 17 January 1874, he rescued a wounded comrade under heavy fire. Sartorious went on to serve in the 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880), in which campaign his brother Euston also won the Victoria Cross. Reginald William Sartorious died on the Isle of Wight on 8 August 1907.
From a medal group awarded to Major General Reginald William Sartorius, 6th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry.); © National Army Museum
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The print captures the Ashantee War Medal 1873-74, awarded to Captain R W Sartorius of the 6th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry. This metal medal, displayed at the National Army Museum in London, holds historical significance and tells a tale of bravery and valor. Captain R W Sartorius was born on May 8,1841, on the Isle of Wight. He had already proven his mettle during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859) and served in the Bhutan War (1864-1865). However, it was during the 2nd Ashanti War (1873-1874), fought in present-day Ghana, that he truly distinguished himself. On January 17,1874, at Abogoo, Captain Sartorius fearlessly rescued a wounded comrade under heavy enemy fire. His gallantry earned him not only this prestigious medal but also the Victoria Cross. The photograph showcases this remarkable piece alongside other medals from Major General Reginald William Sartorius' collection. Serving his country further in the 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880), Captain Sartorius continued to demonstrate unwavering courage and commitment. Even his brother Euston won a Victoria Cross during this campaign. Regrettably, Reginald William Sartorius passed away on August 8th, 1907 back on his birthplace - Isle of Wight. Nevertheless, his legacy lives on through this image that immortalizes his heroic achievements for generations to come.
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