Enlistment
My father John P.Capper related that his grandfather John Capper had overstated his age at enlistment in order to be accepted. He was probably 19 years old - see note on birth date.
John Capper
Enlisted for the Royal Regiment of Artillery on the 1st December 1847 at Charlemont in the County of Armagh at the age of 20 Years, Months.
Born in the Parish of Grange in or near the Town of Armagh in the County of Armagh
Trade or Calling Labourer Size, 5 Feet 9 1/4 Inches (=> 176cm) Complexion, Fresh Eyes, Blue Hair, Brown Marks
Certified E.WodehouseCapt. (?)
Adjutant of Second Battalion or Corps
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His initial rank was Gunner, as shown on a record of his marriage to Ann Avery.
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