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Badge, Order of the Tower and Sword, Portugal, General Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole (metal)
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Badge, Order of the Tower and Sword, Portugal, General Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole (metal)
5926851 Badge, Order of the Tower and Sword, Portugal, General Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Badge, Order of the Tower and Sword, Portugal, 1814 circa.
From a collection of orders and medals awarded to General Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole (1772-1842).
The Prince Regent John of Portugal (later King John VI) revived the Royal Order of the Tower and Sword in 1808, to acknowledge the contribution of Portuguese and foreign individuals in aiding the Portuguese Crown and resisting the invading French.
The Honourable Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole was born 1 May 1772. He was commissioned as a cornet in the cavalry in 1787. He served as an officer with the 27th (Inniskilling) Regiment of Foot from 1805, eventually rising to the rank of general in 1830.
During the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic period Cole served in Ireland, the West Indies, Egypt, Malta, Italy and the Iberian Peninsula. In 1806 Cole, commanding the 1st Brigade, fought at the Battle of Maida in Italy. Cole gained further distinction during the Peninsular War, commanding the 4th Division. He was wounded twice, at Albuera in 1811 and at Salamanca in 1812.
As well as representing Enniskillen and Fermanagh in Parliament Cole also served terms as Governor of Mauritius (1823-1828) and Governor of Cape Colony (1828-1833). In 1833 Cole returned home with his family. He died in 1842 at Highfield Park, in Hampshire, but was buried in his familys vault at St Macartins Cathedral, Enniskillen.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases the Badge, Order of the Tower and Sword, Portugal, belonging to General Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole. Crafted from metal in the 19th century, this prestigious badge is housed at the National Army Museum in London. The badge holds significant historical value as it represents the revival of the Royal Order of the Tower and Sword by Prince Regent John of Portugal (later King John VI) in 1808. This order was established to honor Portuguese and foreign individuals who aided the Portuguese Crown and resisted French invaders during that time. General Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole's collection of orders and medals includes this remarkable piece. Born on May 1st, 1772, he began his military career as a cornet in cavalry before rising through ranks to become a general in 1830. Throughout his service, General Cole demonstrated exceptional bravery during various conflicts such as those fought in Ireland, West Indies, Egypt, Malta, Italy, and Iberian Peninsula. Notably commanding the 4th Division during Peninsular War battles like Albuera in 1811 and Salamanca in 1812. In addition to his military achievements, General Sir Galbraith Lowry Cole also served as Governor of Mauritius from 1823-1828 and Governor of Cape Colony from 1828-1833. After returning home with his family in 1833 he passed away at Highfield Park in Hampshire but found eternal rest at St Macartins Cathedral vaults. This photograph immortalizes both an extraordinary individual's accomplishments and an emblem representing valorous dedication to country.
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