British Army in North West Frontier

[honeybun]

Does anyone know which regiments of the British Army were in the North West Frontier region of India in 1897-1900?

I am trying to find out which regiment my great grandfather's brother was in and the only information I have is that he died in that area in 1897.  If I can find out which regiments were there, maybe I can search their records in the PRO as it's the only hope I have of finding him.

Honeybun

[Amy K]

What was his name? I might be able to help.
Amy

[honeybun]

Hi Amy

His name was John Thomas Buckett and he was stationed at at place called Karappa on the North West Frontier.  He was 25 (was my grandfather's brother not g.grandfather's - my mistake).

He was listed as 25 when he died - was born around 1st October 1873 in Rochester, Kent.

Thanks in advance.

Honeybun

[Amy K]

Some possible candidates are

1st Battalion Royal West Surrey Regiment

2nd Battalion Derbyshire Regiment

They were in the area at the Karappa at the time.

[honeybun]

Dear Amy

Thanks for that quick reply.  I can now start to make some enquiries at Kew - you have been a great help.  Will let you know if I get any results.

Regards

Honeybun