Background
CUMMINS, James Turner was born on October 12, 1843. Son of late Nicholas Cummins of Ashley House, 481 Cork.
CUMMINS, James Turner was born on October 12, 1843. Son of late Nicholas Cummins of Ashley House, 481 Cork.
Cheltenham; Addiscombe.
Entered army, 1801; Colonel, 1893. Served Afghan War, 1878-1880 (brevet of Major, medal). Egyptian War, 1882; Soudan Expedition, 1885 (medal with clasp, Khedive’s star).
Burmese Expedition, 1880-1889 (despatches, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order, medal with two clasps). Commanded 4th Inf. Brigade China. 1900-1903 (despatches, medal). D.S.0.1887; retired.
Spouse 1800, Louie,daughter of late T. Dunman of Clonelly.
Companion of the Bath 1901. Major-General.