Background
COLLINS, Richard Henn was born on April 2, 1873. Son of Lord Collins.
COLLINS, Richard Henn was born on April 2, 1873. Son of Lord Collins.
Studied at Winchester College.
Entered army, 1892; Captain 1902. Served South Africa, 1899-1902, including operations in Cape Colony, 1899-1900. Orange Free State, 1900.
Transvaal, 1900-1902. Actions at Rhenoster River and Silikats Nek (despatches, Queen’s medal, 3 clasps, King’s medal, 2 clasps, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order). D.A. A. and Quartermaster-General 3rd Division. Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1902; Royal Berkshire Regiment.
Club: Army and Navy.
Spouse 1909, May Eveline, y.daughter of late H. G. Bainbridge, of Malvern Hall, Solihull.
Captain; Honourable.