Background
NORRIS, Richard Joseph was born on February 27, 1854. Youngest son of late Edward Norris.
NORRIS, Richard Joseph was born on February 27, 1854. Youngest son of late Edward Norris.
Mount Saint Mary's, Derbyshire. Beaumont College, Old Windsor.
Entered 1st West India Regiment, 1879. Captain, 18S8; Major, 1894. Lieutenant-Colonel 1902.
Served during operations on West Coast of Africa, 1892, and in command of Karene Expedition (1st phase), 189S (medal with two clasps).
Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1892. Late 1st Battalion West India Regiment.
Spouse 1894, Beatrice Marian,daughter of late Arthur Van de Volde, Belgian Minister