In 1847 , he was appointed assistant quartermaster - general , an appointment he retained until 1851 .
In 1838 Airey , then a lieutenant colonel , went to Horse Guards as assistant adjutant - general .
In 1847 , Airey was appointed assistant quartermaster - general , an appointment Airey retained until 1851 .
In 1838 Airey , then a lieutenant colonel , went to Horse Guards as assistant adjutant - general .