Reverend George Smith served as a missionary in South Africa before the Anglo-Zulu War. However, he is best remembered for his part in the famous defence of Rorke’s Drift during 22-23 January 1879 which won him the praise of several officers involved in that action in their reports. As an assistant army chaplain, and therefore a non- combatant, Smith played a supportive role in the defence, where he distributed ammunition to the soldiers manning the barricades and after the war was often referred to as “Ammunition Smith.” As an assistant army chaplain, and therefore technically a civilian, Smith was not entitled to receive a campaign medal or other award for his part in the defence. Instead he was offered, and accepted, a position as a regular army chaplain.

1/30 Scale
Matte Finish
Two figures and scenic accessories in box