Not in my tree, but a cousin, veteran of the American Wars:
George Kirk, porter at Alnwick Castle for 36 years, died there in 1814, sergeant major in the 5th Regiment of Foot and severely wounded at Bunker's Hill. Born in Sheffield, allegedly enlisted at the age of 12. Awarded a silver military medal for 21 years service in 1769 (now in Fusilier Museum at the castle) presented by Earl Percy, colonel of the 5th.
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