Background
GIBB, John Hassard Stewart was born on February 13, 1859. Son of Alexander J. Gibb of Worthing.
GIBB, John Hassard Stewart was born on February 13, 1859. Son of Alexander J. Gibb of Worthing.
Entered army, 1879; Captain 1886. Major, 1896; Lieutenant - Colonel 1903. Brevet.-Colonel 1906.
Retired, 1907.
Served Nile Expedition, 1884-1885 (medal with clasp, Khedive’s Star). Soudan Frontier Field Force, 1885-1886 (4th class Osmanieh). Uganda under Sir Gerald Portal, Unyoro Campaign, 1894.
In command of Expedition to Mruli (medal and 3rd class Brilliant Star of Zanzibar).
South Africa, 1900-1902 (Companion of the Distinguished Service Order, Queen's medal, 3 clasps, King’s medal, 2 clasps). Royal Humane Society’s Medal, 1884. Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1900.
Late Commanding 1st Battalion Worcestershire Regiment.
Club: Junior United Service.
Spouse 1887, Annie Isabella (daughter 1892), daughter of Major George North. Saun ders, Bengal Staff Corps.