identify previous army service - please

[spark]

Hi,

I have the attestation papers (WW1) for Arthur Cousins Hexter (B1880) to join the Canadian Expeditionary force.  Under previous service I transcribe it as "Drum Guard Kimberley, S[outh] A[frica]".  Have I got that right?

I believe this would be the 2nd Boer war 1899-1900?

Any help to clarify / correct would be appreciated.

Thanks

Spark

[rachelralph]

i havent heard of drum guards, but im not a military buff.

but i definately read it as you did if that helps

[neil1821]

Town Guard, Kimberley.
http://www.angloboerwar.com/south-african-units/356-kimberley-town-guard

[km1971]

He would have been awarded these medals for the siege -



Other Hexters to serve in the Boer War, include:

=  10326 Private Edward William Henry HEXTER of the Imperial Yeomanry

and

= 4950 Sergeant ? HEXTER of the 1st Battalion, Liverpool Regiment

Ken

[spark]

Many Thanks KM1971 and neil1821 your expert knowledge is appreciated.

rachelralph - appreciate your interest and comments

A happy Spark