Background
DOWNING, LiteratureHenry John was born on January 20, 1862. Son of Samuel Downing, Doctor of Laws, late Professor Civil Engineering, Trinity College, Dublin.
DOWNING, LiteratureHenry John was born on January 20, 1862. Son of Samuel Downing, Doctor of Laws, late Professor Civil Engineering, Trinity College, Dublin.
Entered army, 1882; Captain, 1889. Adjutant, 1898; Major, 1901. Served Hazara Expedition, 1888i(medal with clasp).
South Africa, 1899-1902 (despatches twice, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order, Queen's medal with three clasps, King’s medal, two clasps).
Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1900. Commanding 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment.
Spouse 1887, Emily Harriet,daughter of Captain Arthur French Lloyd, late 52nd Light Infantry.