He fought in the Mexican War as a Lieutenant under Colonel Alexander Doniphan. He died in 1882 and is buried in Mt. Moriah Cemetery in St. Joseph, Missouri. This is a wonderful George III period Irish coin with a distinctive harp on one side and the image of the King on the obverse. Somewhat larger than a quarter and in very nice condition. Beautiful Mulberry Plate.
Plate is paneled and scrolls are printed around the edges.
There is a deep border with a rose garland behind the full panels. The center scene is a chateau with trees at the left with a man, woman and kneeling child to the right. The plates is a soft gray-blue color and in excellent condition, measuring 10 inches in diameter. Identified Massachusetts Canteen. This was acquired from a gentleman in Massachusetts about 13 years ago.