1855 Sergeant-major James Steel and Quartermaster-sergeant B. Keen Spencer. Each a present of 10l. from Prince Albert, “as a mark of H.R.H.’s approval of their attention and care in making the survey of Osborne.”
1856 Quartermaster Michael Bradford. From Captains Theodosius Webb, G. Ross, F. E. Cox, Fitzroy Somerset, and Lieutenant G. R. Lempriere, R.E. A regimental sword, “as a mark of their regard and esteem for his character and conduct.” He was the sergeant-major at head-quarters, while the officers who made the presentation successively filled the appointment of Acting Adjutant.
1856 Staff-sergeant James Rainey Mutch. From “inhabitants of Woolwich.” A neat silver tea-service of three pieces, “in grateful acknowledgment of the eminent services he has rendered to the Literary and Scientific Institution, the Mutual Benefit Building Society, and other associations, having for their object the benefit of the community.” The service was handed to sergeant Mutch by Richard Pidcock, Esq., the church-warden, at a public meeting of the subscribers. Mr. Mutch has since been promoted to be Quartermaster in the Corps.
1856 Corporal James Frankham Church. From the Royal Geographical Society of London. A silver watch and appendages, by Frodsham, in appreciation of “his meritorious and intelligent services on the Central African Expedition, 1853–54.” The testimonial was presented to him by the President, Admiral Beechey, and Sir John Burgoyne did the corporal the honour of replying to the observations of the Admiral, and thanking the society for the gift.
APPENDIX VIII.
Rewards to Non-Commissioned Officers and Men of the Corps, for Services at the Great Exhibition of 1851 under the Royal Commissioners.
Each man received a bronze medal, a certificate signed by Prince Albert, and a present, according to the value stated against the respective classes.
1st CLASS.