Background
MAKXNS, Ernest was born on October 14, 1869 in London. Son of H. F. Makins, 180 Queen’s Gate, South-west.
MAKXNS, Ernest was born on October 14, 1869 in London. Son of H. F. Makins, 180 Queen’s Gate, South-west.
Winchester; Christ Church, Oxford.
Joined 4th Battalion Essex Regiment 1889. Joined the Royal Dragoons, 1892. Captain, 1898; Major, 1902.
Lieutenant-Colonel 1910. Served South African War, 1899-1902 (despatches twice, Queen’s medal, 6 clasps. King's medal, 2 clasps, D. S. O.). Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1902; The Royal Dragoons.
Clubs: Army and Navy, Cavalry.
Spouse 1903, Florence,daughter of J. R. Mellor, King’s Coroner and King’s Remembrancer.