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    1. [AUSTRALIA-NEW-ZEALAND] HB Herald, Thurs. Mar. 8, 1894 MADIGAN John
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    3. HB Herald, Thurs. Mar. 8, 1894 The late Mr John MADIGAN, whose death was briefly referred to in our yesterday's issue, joined Her Majesty's service under Sir Hugh GOUGH, and served throughout the Sikh war. He was later sent to England on recruiting service, and while there represented his regiment at the Duke of York's funeral. When the Crimean war broke out Mr MADIGAN's regiment was among the first to be sent to the seat of war. He served during the whole of the campaign, and after the war was over he was sent to Canada. After receiving his discharge he came to New Zealand, and was through the Waikato campaign. He went to New South Wales as a drill instructor. He subsequently returned to New Zealand, and served in the Armed Constabulary and the Volunteers. He wore the following military honors:- Star of India, Punjaub medal and clasps, Crimean medal and clasps, Turkish medal, New Zealand war medal, and good conduct medal.

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