Background
ARCHER-SHEE, Martin was born on May 5, 1873. Son of Martin Archer - Sliee and Elizabeth Edith Dennistoun Pell, New New York
ARCHER-SHEE, Martin was born on May 5, 1873. Son of Martin Archer - Sliee and Elizabeth Edith Dennistoun Pell, New New York
Studied at Oratory School. His Majesty’s Ship Britannia. Sandhurst.
Served Royal Navy (midshipman) 1888-1890. Entered army (19th Hussars) 1893. Adjutant, 1898- 1901.
Brevet-Major, 1902.
Served South Africa, 1899- 1902 (despatches thrice, severely wounded, Queen's and King"s medals, 6 clasps, BrevetMajor, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order). Adjutant Cavalry School, 1904. Resigned, 1905; Major, Reserve of Officers.
Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1900. Member of Parliament (U) Central Finsbury since 1910.
Clubs: Carlton, Cavalry, Naval and Military.
Spouse 1905, Frances, o.daughter of late Alfred Pell of New New York