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A thread on the Warren Hastings.


The Warren Hastings in June 1896 in Bombay loading Indian troops for the Sudan.

News of the loss (The Times, 19 Jan 1897):






A further report (The Times, 23 Feb 1897):

The town Hall in St Philippe were some survivors were taken:

David, thanks. The medal groups of both the Captain and Second in Command of the Warren hastings were in the 1999 Spink anniversary sale. Both saw subsequent service in the Boer War. J

Justin,

Unhappy memories. The group to Holland was the first choice of the many possibilities at the 1999 auction but my brother and I were outbid unfortunately. Oh, well, the consolation items proved to be very good!

Best wishes
David