Background
GAUSSEN, James Robert was born on March 20, 1871. Son of David Gaussen of Broughton Hall, Lechlade.
GAUSSEN, James Robert was born on March 20, 1871. Son of David Gaussen of Broughton Hall, Lechlade.
Joined Hampshire Regiment, 1892. Bengal Cavalry, 1894. Served China, 1900, including relief of Pekin (despatches, medal and clasp, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order).
Made a momber of the American Order of the Dragon. Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1900; Captain 3rd Skinner’s Horse.
Club: Junior Army and Navy.
Spouse 1894,Hilda, 3rddaughter of Col.Hennessy, I.S.C.