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Could babies born in battle claim naval medals?

A qualified recollection links naval medal eligibility to presence at the battle.

Question

Could a child born during Trafalgar claim a battle clasp, as Daniel Mackenzie reportedly did for the Glorious First of June?

Short answer

The recollection is that both received it because they had been present at the battle.

Notes

Daniel Mackenzie, reportedly born during the Glorious First of June, provides a comparison with the Trafalgar baby. Both are recalled as receiving recognition because presence at the battle was the requirement. That recollection remains qualified.