Background
PILCHER, Thomas David was born on July 8, 1858. Son of T. W. Pilcher of Harrow.
PILCHER, Thomas David was born on July 8, 1858. Son of T. W. Pilcher of Harrow.
Harrow.
Joined 5th Fusiliers, 1879. Major, 1897; served Niger, 98. Raised 1st Battalion W.A.F.F. and 2nd in command Bedfordshire Regiment, 1899.
Commanded expedition to Lapai and Argeyah (despatches, brevet of Lieutenant-Colonel, medal with clasp, promoted to Bedfords Regiment. Received thanks of His (or Her) Majesty’s Government). South Africa, 1899-1902, in command of a column of mounted men (despatches).
Major-General 1907. C.I3. 1900; Brigade Commander, India; Aide-de-camp to the King.
Club: Naval and Military.
Hunting, shooting, polo.
Spouse 1889, Kathleen,daughter of Col. T. Gonne, 17th Lancers.
Major-General.