Lieut. D.L.Daly

[rarpos]

Good Morning All,

I have recently come across some WW1 medals that would have belonged to a British soldier. I am acquainted with researching Australian soldiers, but am at a loss knowing where to start with this man.

On the rim of two of the medals is only the name, Lieut. D.L.Daly. On the third medal it shows the name plus

3-Nig. R.

What does this mean?

I would be obliged if I can get some direction that I can research further.

Thanks,

[John_Hartley]

First of all, click on the link to the Log Long Trail (top left of the page) and read the "research a soldier" section. Should point you off in the right direction

John

[Stebie9173]

As John has said the advice on the Long, Long Trail is best to follow.

I would think he is this man:

Name: DALY, DONALD LYNOTT

Initials: D L

Nationality: United Kingdom

Rank: Lieutenant

Regiment: Special List

Secondary Regiment: Nigeria Regiment, W.A.F.F.

Secondary Unit Text: and 3rd Bn.

Age: 25

Date of Death: 12/04/1915

Additional information: Son of E. D. Daly, of Dalkey, Co. Dublin.

Casualty Type: Commonwealth War Dead

Grave/Memorial Reference: Spec. Memorial.

Cemetery: LIMBE BOTANICAL GARDENS BURIAL GROUND

http://www.cwgc.org/cwgcinternet/casualty_...asualty=2962246

Steve.

[rarpos]

Many thanks to the people who have replied so promptly, and for the very interesting information.

The information supplied shows that Lieut. Daly died in Cameroon (Africa) during April 1915.

I will try to follow this further.

Thanks again.

[Bob Coulson]

Checked Bond of Sacrifice but he appears not to be listed.

Bob.

[rarpos]

Good Morning Again,

It appears that this man was part of the "West African Frontier Force" fighting in Cameroon.

Can any forum members recommend books, etc. that will give me more information on this fighting?

Thanks,