Title: | W B Maxwell born UK 1836 died NZ |
Posted by: | W B Maxwell born UK 1836 died NZ |
Date: | 12 December 2005 |
MAXWELL, Mr W B, war veteran, died at Te Aroha on Tuesday. Born England 23 June 1836, joined the Royal Navy, served in the Cream War on HMS Majestic; in the China war on Shannon and in the Indian mutiny in Peel's Naval Brigade. Came to NZ & served with Capt STAPP & Major ATKINSON at Patea & other places. Although nearly 80 he volunteered for active service at the outbreak of war and was advised he would be called upon when necessity demanded. Awarded 3 medals for the Crimean; 1 Indian mutiny; 2 Maori War; 3 Humane Socy. . Found this while researching NZ Maxwells perhaps its relevant to someone elses search? |