Note 406 — 1842.
Reading edition
Young, as a sergeant, was overseer of the works at Natal, at 2s. 6d. a-day, in addition to his regimental allowances; and, for his gallant conduct in action and useful services, was awarded a silver medal and an annuity of 10l. a-year. In July, 1850, he retired to Charleston, of Aberlour, in Banffshire, on a pension of 2s. a-day. He was a stern and an abrupt soldier, but an example of faithfulness, accuracy, and exertion.