Background
KERR, Frederic Walter was born on May 20, 1867 in London. 3rd son of late Admiral Lord Frederic H. Kerr, and Emily, daughter of late General Sir Peregrine Maitland, Knight Grand Cross of the Bath.
KERR, Frederic Walter was born on May 20, 1867 in London. 3rd son of late Admiral Lord Frederic H. Kerr, and Emily, daughter of late General Sir Peregrine Maitland, Knight Grand Cross of the Bath.
Charterhouse. Was Page of Honour to His (or Her) Majesty the Queen, 1879-1883.
Joined Gordon Highlanders 1886. Served as Adjutant in Chitral Relief expedition, including storming of Malakand Pass (despatches, medal with clasp, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order), and with Tirah Expeditionary Force, including actions at Dargai, and operations in Waran and Bara valleys (two clasps). South Africa, as Brigade Major, 1899-1901 (despatches, Brevet Major, Queen’s medal, 5 clasps). Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1896; Lieutenant-Colonel General Staff; formerly Gordon Highlanders.
Polo, cricket, shooting.
Spouse 1902, Lady Helen Kerr,daughter of 9th Marquess of Lothian.
Major.