Hi David, All I have is from the 1851 UK Census that states he is at Weedon Barracks, Northamptonshire, and born Dromore. I also have a photostat copy that states: (W.O.12/5997-6010. Musters of 48th Regiment) Number 2158. Pte. Christopher Ross enlisted as a boy in the 48th (Northamptonshire) Regiment at Dublin, 9 June 1849, aged 14 3/12 years. From boy to private, 7 March 1850. Embarked for India, November 1858. Discharged in India, 12 June 1863. He served at the Crimea. It has not been possible to trace his place of birth. He was attached to the band of the Regiment. My son in law says he was told Christopher ran away to join the army. Whether they were living in Dublin at that time I have no idea. Unless I can find his parents I am at a dead end. Regards, Ruth