The Black Watch was an elite military Regiment whose history stretches back almost three centuries. This website aims to provide comprehensive information on everything 'Black Watch' from the history of the Regiment to its current activities and exists to celebrate and sustain that unique heritage and tradition.
Private James Davis
Indian Mutiny
Fort Ruhya, 15th April 1858
Citation: For conspicuous gallantry on the fort of Ruhya, when with an advanced party to point out the gate of the fort to the Engineer officer, Private Davis offered to carry the body of Lieutenant Bramley, who was killed at the point, to the regiment. He performed this duty of danger and affection under the very walls of the fort.
The Black Watch Medal Roll, 1801-1911, John Stewart (Ed.), p 289
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