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Groups and Single Decorations for Gallantry
Military Medal, G.VI.R., 2nd issue (21141400 Rfn. Chandrabahadur Rai 10 G.R.); 1939-45 Star; Burma Star; War Medal 1939-45; General Service 1918-62, 1 clasp, Malaya, G.VI.R. (21141400 Rfn. Chandrabahadur Rai 10 G.R.) minor official correction to unit; India Independence Medal 1947 (21141400 Rfn. Chandrabahdur Rai. G.R.) mounted as worn, generally nearly very fine (6) £1,200-£1,600
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M.M. London Gazette 7 August 1951:
‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Malaya.’
The original recommendation states: ‘On 3 April 1951 Rifleman Chandrabahadur Rai was a member of a small party protecting the patrol base, when information was received that nine bandits were approaching. Whilst moving out to a fire position on the flank of the bandits’ line of approach, Rifleman Chandrabahadur and his party came under fire and immediately charged.
Firing well aimed and controlled bursts from his Bren, as he charged, Rifleman Chandrabahadur continued the pursuit with the greatest determination and courage, and personally accounted for four of the five bandits killed in this action. This Rifleman’s keenness, efficiency and complete disregard for his own safety, have been an inspiration to all and have resulted in his killing a total of seven bandits.’
Chandrabahadur Rai was born in 1924, and enlisted in the Indian Army at Rangoon in December 1942. He served with 1/10th Princess Mary’s Own Gurkha Rifles from January 1948, and served with the Regiment in Malaya January 1948 - November 1949, August 1950 - April 1953, January 1954 - March 1956 and May 1958 - January 1961. Chandrabahadur Rai advanced to Corporal and was discharged, 26 August 1961, having served for 18 years and 241 days.
Sold with a copy of recipient’s service record.
Military Medal, G.VI.R., 2nd issue (21141400 Rfn. Chandrabahadur Rai 10 G.R.); 1939-45 Star; Burma Star; War Medal 1939-45; General Service 1918-62, 1 clasp, Malaya, G.VI.R. (21141400 Rfn. Chandrabahadur Rai 10 G.R.) minor official correction to unit; India Independence Medal 1947 (21141400 Rfn. Chandrabahdur Rai. G.R.) mounted as worn, generally nearly very fine (6) £1,200-£1,600
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M.M. London Gazette 7 August 1951:
‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Malaya.’
The original recommendation states: ‘On 3 April 1951 Rifleman Chandrabahadur Rai was a member of a small party protecting the patrol base, when information was received that nine bandits were approaching. Whilst moving out to a fire position on the flank of the bandits’ line of approach, Rifleman Chandrabahadur and his party came under fire and immediately charged.
Firing well aimed and controlled bursts from his Bren, as he charged, Rifleman Chandrabahadur continued the pursuit with the greatest determination and courage, and personally accounted for four of the five bandits killed in this action. This Rifleman’s keenness, efficiency and complete disregard for his own safety, have been an inspiration to all and have resulted in his killing a total of seven bandits.’
Chandrabahadur Rai was born in 1924, and enlisted in the Indian Army at Rangoon in December 1942. He served with 1/10th Princess Mary’s Own Gurkha Rifles from January 1948, and served with the Regiment in Malaya January 1948 - November 1949, August 1950 - April 1953, January 1954 - March 1956 and May 1958 - January 1961. Chandrabahadur Rai advanced to Corporal and was discharged, 26 August 1961, having served for 18 years and 241 days.
Sold with a copy of recipient’s service record.
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