British Red Cross Society County of Dumfries badge Major General Sir Geoffrey Barton KCVO

A scarce original early period Scottish County 'British Red Cross Society County of Dumfries gilt and enamel badge', the reverse with maker's details 'J.R Gaunt London' and impressed with recipient number and name '626 MAJ. GEN. SIR GEOFFREY BARTON. K.C.V.O,'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fitting, no stress marks or damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright. Height 49mm.
Major General Sir Geoffrey Barton, KCVO, CB, CMG, KStJ (22 February 1844 – 8 July 1922) of the 7th Regiment of Foot (Royal Fusiliers), served the British Army from 1862 until 1904. Although he saw service in Ireland, Hong Kong and India, the majority of his campaigns were on the African continent. During the Second Boer War he was put in command of the 6th Brigade of the South Natal Field Force, taking part in the Relief of Ladysmith and the Relief of Mafeking. When he retired to Scotland he took an interest in local politics, the Red Cross Society and the Boy Scout Movement. WIKIPEDIA

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