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(Recommended for Medaille d'Honour with Bronze Swords)
For conspicuous gallantry on January 6th 1918 at CAMBRIN. The enemy put down a very heavy Trench Mortar barrage which completely wrecked a considerable portion of our trenches. This man who is a runner carried several message on the situation through the barrage. He showed the greatest courage and disregard for danger.
Submitted 20/08/1918; Recommendation not accepted.
(Recommended for Meritorious Service Medal)
For devotion to duty and gallant conduct in the performance of military duty during the period under review, and during a whole period of 2½ years continuous service in this country. This man is a runner and has been twice wounded whilst in the performance of military duty. He sets a fine example to all ranks. He is not in possession of any decoration.
Submitted 23/09/1918 for New Years Honours List 1919; Awarded M.S.M. L/G 18/01/1919