Matthew Whelan
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Parchment Certificate
Eighty Sixth Regiment of Foot
These are to Certify that no. 2156 Pte. Matthew Whelan, born in the parish of Borris-in-Ossary, in or near the Town of Borris-in-Ossary (Remark: Co. Laois, Ireland) in the county of Queens, was enlisted at Clonaslee for the 86th Foot (regiment) on 28th Dec 1843 at the age of 18 years.
That he served in the Army for 21 years, and 40 days. Completed in India - 15 years.
He is discharged in consequence of ??? out Pension at his own request having completed 21 years service.
Signed by Major Knight, Commanding Officer
Dated at Dublin - 2nd day of February, 1864
Adjutant General's Offices, Dublin 23rd day of February, 1864
Discharge of Matthew Whelan confirmed.
Character and conduct, as reported by regimental board:
Very good. He is in possession of Five Good Conduct Badges . . . ?? ?? ?? ?? (unclear on original document). |
Submitter: Ellie Wells. Thanks a lot, Ellie.
Matt Whelan was baptised in the parish of Abbeyleix and Ballyroan in Laois and Kilkenny, Ireland, on 07 May 1824. His parents were Denis Whelan and Mary Duff. He was married to Catherine Fitzpatrick in Dublin, Ireland, on 26 July 1865. His death was registered in the district Dublin South in the year 1873. |
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