Mandi Rebellion Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Quartermaster Sergeant in the 19th Hussars, British Army. At El Teb in Sudan, on February 29, 1884, the Commanding Officer of the 19th Hussars was severely wounded and he was on the ground surrounded by the enemy. Quartermaster Sergeant Marshall, rode to his assistance, seized his hand and dragged him through the enemy back to the regiment, saving him from certain death. For gallantry in the face of the enemy, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
Mandi Rebellion Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Quartermaster Sergeant in the 19th Hussars, British Army. At El Teb in Sudan, on February 29, 1884, the Commanding Officer of the 19th Hussars was severely wounded and he was on the ground surrounded by the enemy. Quartermaster Sergeant Marshall, rode to his assistance, seized his hand and dragged him through the enemy back to the regiment, saving him from certain death. For gallantry in the face of the enemy, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal and later achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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