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Click here to subscribeNapoleonic War 1802 Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Stand Down Medal. A good unmarked silver example, the obverse with the head of George III the reverse with the Green Dale Oak and title “Notts Yeomanry”. These silver medals were presented to the NCO’s and Troopers of the Yeomanry by Lord Newark on the Occasion of the Yeomanry Stand Down on the 13th May 1802
Duke of Wellington Parliamentary Thanks, Copper Medal 1812. This example by T Webb. The obverse depicts the head of the Duke, the reverse “Vota Publica”, within a wreath. Dia 53mm. GC ... Accompanied by a second Bronze Medal the obverse with the head of Rowland Lord Hill, the reverse a Monument column. This medal issued to commemorate the erection of the column at Shrewsbury Circa 1816. GC Dia 54mm GC (2 items)
Georgian 1804 Duke of Gloucsters’s Loyal Volunteers Silver Price Medal. This unmarked silver medal is embossed to the obverse with Britannia, with a lion to her feet and a Private of the Volunteers. The reverse is engraved “Duke of Gloucesters Loyal Volunteers. Prize Medal the gift of Sir Wm Pulteney Bt. Won by Private Salmon Burrell 5th Compy April 13 1804”. Engraving clear obverse polished to high points. In 1804 the Regiment was commanded by the Right Hon. Lord Viscount Chetwynd
WW2 1945 1st Bn Chamer Regiment Indian Army Military Medal Group of Four Medals. A very rare regimental example of the Military Medal, being one of only three awarded to this short lived war raised regiment. Awarded to “22247 HAV BHAGAT RAM CHAMER R”. Comprising: Military Medal, 1939/45 Star, Burma Star, War Medal. Mounted for display, PLEASE NOTE attempted eraser of the Regiment. Regimental number and name remains clear. The Recommendation for the award of the Military Medal: “During offensive operations against the Northern flank of the Japanese Sagaing bridge head on 9th March W.S. Havildar Bhaget Ram was in command of a section of three inch mortars supporting a Rifle Company. Although this was the first time he had been in action and despite accurate enemy mortar fire which was falling all around him, he continued to advance unreeling a signal cable as he went and doing his utmost to keep in touch with the Coy Commander. Acting on his own initiative he registered the fire of his mortars on to likely target areas. When the Company was being counter attacked and the Company Commander called for mortar support he was therefore able to quickly and effectively to engage the enemy. It was the fire of these mortars which broke up the counter attack and allowed the Company to continue the operations unhindered. This NCO displayed initiative and coolness under fire and in addition to being an example to all around him won unstinted praise for the work of the mortars from all ranks who were present at the engagement”. The 1st Bn Chamer Regiment was a war raised unit being formed in June 1942, the Chamer is considered in Indian Society as the lowest class of untouchable, their trade being leather work. The Regiment was disbanded in December 1946, this Military Medal represents one of only three awarded to the Regiment. The attempted eraser of the Regimental title, may have been to distance the medal from the Chamer caste.
Naval General Service Medal Two Clasps “Near East” & “B.M. Clearance Mediterranean” An extremely rare example of the Bomb & Mine Clearance Mediterranean Clasp, this being one of only about 65 issued. This example awarded to “D/SSX 911329 M.C. PRICE A.B. RN” The B.M. Clearance Mediterranean clasp was awarded for work in clearing unexploded explosives in the waters around Malta January 1953 to December 1960. The majority of the clasps were awarded to Divers. Only about 60 Clasps are believed to have been awarded.
Zhub & Loralat Police King’s Police Medal, For Gallantry Pair of Medals. This is a George V pre 1933 issue with coinage head obverse. Awarded to Head Constable Gulab Shah who displayed great gallantry and disregard for his own life when apprehending a gunman. Comprising: King’s Police Medal, “GULAB SHAH HD CONST ZHUB & LORALAT POLICE”, India General Service Medal, clasp “Afghanistan NWF 1919”, “HD CNSBLE GULABSHAH POLICE DEPT”. Medals loose. The announcement of the award was made in the London Gazette on the 1st January 1916. The following extract is taken from the India Gazette: ‘Baluchistan - Gulab Shah, mounted head constable. At Fort Sandeman on the 14th August 1914, ex-head constable Sher Singh after being dismissed from the police got possession of a Pathan’s rifle and a number of rounds of ammunition and attempted to shoot sub-inspector Sundar Singh. He fired at the sub-inspector and missed and then ran to the bazaar where he wounded a local Pathan who died from the effects of the wound. The offender then ran and took cover in a sangar on the hill behind the police rifle butts, and opened fire on the police who were pursuing him. Gulab Shah and seven other policemen ran to cover within 70 yards of where Sher Singh was hiding. Gulad Shah was not content to lie down as soon as he reached cover, but with great gallantry crept up to within 28 yards of the murderer, then stood up, challenged him and took him prisoner. Had Sher Singh’s rifle been loaded at the time he was challenged, Gulab Shah would certainly have lost his life. His brave act secured the surrender of Sher Singh without further bloodshed.’
George III 38th (1st Stafford) Regiment of Foot Silver Merit Medal. This unmarked silver medal is engraved to the obverse with a Crowned GIIIR cypher and regimental title. The reverse is engraved “38th Regt to a deserving soldier as a token of fateful and meritorious service.” Engraving clear. Name on rim erased.
Mudie Series of National Medals the Battle of San Sebastian. 1813 Bronze Medal. This bronze medal forms part of the Mudie’s Series of National Medals. Published under the direction of James Mudie Esq. London 1820, this being number 24. The obverse with a head and shoulder portrait of Lieutenant General Lord Lynedoch the reverse shows a classical figure in armour. Good Condition.
Jewish Lads Brigade, Three Medallions etc. Awarded to Sergeant J. Rosenberg. Comprising: Lewis Emanuel Medal. Named and dated 1909 ... Silver Quartermaster’s Medallion. Named and dated 1905 ... Jewish Lads Brigade Long Service Bronze Medal ... Accompanied by a Hudsons Bay Company silver long service medal, presented in 1961. (4 items)
Badge. WW2 Popski’s Private Army Medal Group of Trooper Douglas “Daggerman” Harding. Late 11th Hussars. Comprising: General Service Medal, clasp “Palestine”, “552446 TPR D.N. HARDING 11 H.”, 1939/45 Star, Africa Star, clasp “8th Army”, Italy Star, War Medal. The medals are contained in original forwarding box with typed address for Weston-S-Mare, Somerset. Medals loose have been lacquered. Trooper Douglas Harding is confirmed as serving with the 11th Hussars during service in Palestine. He also appears in the roll of personnel served with Popski’s Private Army at the time the Roll was compiled serving with HQ Troop and with the nickname “Daggerman”. It is now confirmed Harding served with B Squadron, 1st SAS in 1943.
Boer War Pieterburg Light Horse Officer’s Queen’s South Africa Medal Pair. Awarded to “LIEUT A.E. HASERICK PIETERBURG L.H.” Comprising: Queen’s South Africa Medal, three clasps “Rhodesia”, “Transvaal”, “South Africa 1902”, “Lieut R of O” (Correct Officer style engraved naming, possible official correction to unit), King’s South Africa Medal, two clasps “South Africa 1901”, “South Africa 1902”, “LIEUT PIETERBURG L.H.”. The pair mounted as originally worn on original ribbons. Lieutenant Alfred Ernest Haserick’s name appears on four South African Medal Rolls. He is confirmed as receiving the 1902 clasp for the QSA and is also confirmed as receiving the KSA with two clasps and is noted as a Lieutenant Rhodesia Regiment and a Staff Officer
WW2 Historic 8th Army & North West Europe MBE.,MC Medal Group of Eight to “Monty’s” Personal ADC Staff Officer. An important WW2 Gallantry group awarded to Major Noel Willinc Chavasse MBE., MC. Middlesex Regiment ADC to Field Marshal Montgomery during the Western Desert Campaign and throughout the campaign in North West Europe and was a nephew of the WW1 double Victoria Cross winner, Captain Noel Chavasse VC and Bar, RAMC. The medal group comprising: Breast Badge of a Member of the British Empire, Military Cross (1943), 1939/45 Star, Africa Star, clasp “8th Army”, Italy Star, France & Germany Star, War Medal, US Air Force Medal (engraved Noel Willinic Chavasse). The group remains mounted as originally worn. Medals have been lacquered ... The medal group is accompanied y a book titled “Snow Flakes”, this a book of sketches, paintings poems, etc. Written by Major Chavasse’s father, later Bishop C.M. Chavasse and illustrated by his uncle N.G. Chavasse who would go on to win the Victoria Cross and Bar with the RAMC during WW1. Recommendation for the military Cross: “During the Battles of Mareth and the Gabes Gap this Officer displayed great courage and devotion to duty. He carried out his duties of L.O. all over the Battle area, at times under heavy fire and in heavily mined areas. He never faltered and his services were outstanding, he was an inspiration to others and contributed in no small way to the success of the Highland Division.” Recommendation for the US Air Medal: “Noel Willinic Chavasse MC Captain 1/7 Middlesex, British Army, for Meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flights in Italy from 1 October to 31 December 1943. As a General Staff Officer Headquarters Eight Army, Captain Chavasse flew across the high mountains of Italy in order to bring to the Commanding General Eight Army, a prompt and accurate report of the progress and tactical position of American Fifth Army operating to the left of the British. In spite of weather obstacles and conditions of combat, not once did Captain Chavasse fail to return on schedule with vital information that was of material aid in welding the two great Armies into a potent Allied Force.” Major Noel Willinc Chavasse MBE MC was commissioned into the Middlesex Regiment in 1939 and later served with the 8th Army, his father was the Bishop of Rochester and a great friend of Field Marshal Montgomery, who’s Staff Chavasse joined and would serve on during the Normandy campaign and the early post war years. He was a nephew of the WW1 double Victoria Cross winner, Captain Noel Chavasse VC and Bar, RAMC after whom he was named. Bosleys had the privilege of selling: his historical archive of documents during 2012 and 2013
WW2 RAF Historically Important Oslo Gestapo HQ Low Level Daylight Raid Pilot’s DSO., MBE., DFC & Bar AE. Group of Nine Medals. This outstanding grouping was awarded to Wing Commander Douglas Alfred George Parry who received an immediate DSO for the Oslo raid and the Bar to the DFC for a daylight attack on the Knepsack (Cologne) power station, where he found himself alone, to the delight of the German anti aircraft batteries. Comprising: Distinguished Service Order , Breast Badge of a Member of the British Empire, Distinguished Flying Cross (1941) & Bar, 1939/45 Star, Aircrew Europe Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, EIIR 1953 Coronation Medal, Air Efficiency Medal (GVIR) “ACT SQN LDR D.A.G. PARRY RAFVR”. Group remains mounted court style as originally worn ... Pilots Flying Log Book, this covering the period 8th April 1939 until 6th September 1944 ... Original British Passport when flying a BOAC Mosquito on the “Ball Bearing” Run to Sweden ... A folder of research etc. The Recommendation of the award of the Distinguished Service Order was raised on the 2nd October 1942. “On September 25th Squadron Leader Parry was detailed to lead 4 aircraft to attack the Gestapo Headquarters of the Quisling rally in Oslo Norway. It was a flight that required good leadership determination and accurate flying. Press reports and photographs have shown that the raid was a great success. The flight and actual attack was carried out from very low level, actually 660 miles had to be flown before the target was reached. Squadron Leader Parry led his flight straight at the target and himself scored direct hits on the centre building. Over the target the formation was attacked by 3 F.W. 190’s but in spite of this the attack was pressed home and by skilful flying and good evasive action the fighters were forced to break off the combat about 30 miles from the target. It was a difficult mission to bomb one set of buildings from roof-top height in the capital city of Norway but owing to the good and skilful leadership of this Officer it was carried out exactly to plan. Squadron Leader Parry has now completed 60 Operational flights and is a pilot of outstanding ability. Officer Commanding Comments. Strongly recommended for the award of the Distinguished Service Order. This operation was led with determination and efficiency, despite attacks by enemy aircraft on the run up to the target. Apart from this individual incident, Squadron Leader Parry has invariably shown determination on many sorties since Mosquitos commenced operations and he has been instrumental in maintaining a high standard of moral in the Squadron during a difficult period.” Recommendation for the Bar to the Distinguished Flying Cross was raised on the 28th August 1942. On the 25th August F/Lt Parry was detailed to attack Knepsack (Cologne) power station in daylight. The weather conditions at the time were almost clear sky, good visibility though some haze near the ground. The attack had to be made from low level to ensure sufficiently accurate bombing of the comparatively small target. In view of this it was decided that the whole operation should be carried out at low level. F/Lt Parry led two other aircraft which were detailed to attack targets in the same locality. One of these aircraft failed to return whilst the other attacked an alternative. Due partly to ground haze and partly a large number of insects sticking to the windscreen the pilots view ahead was restricted and conditions for low level flying were not easy. In spite of these difficulties and with the full knowledge that his reception from ground defences would be severe, the target was attacked with great determination and in the face of intense A.A, fire direct hits were scored. F/Lt Parry has now carried out 10 operational sorties during this, his second tour. Previously he had completed 43 sorties during his first tour for which he was given a non immediate award of the DFC. he has always displayed the greatest courage and Initiative. I strongly recommend the Immediate award of a Bar to the DFC.” Recommendation for the award of the DFC was raised on the 29th April 1941. Pilot Officer Parry has been carrying out operational flying by day and night in no. 110 (Hyderabad) Squadron since 19th July 1940. He is an extremely reliable pilot and he carries out his operational tasks in a resolute manner and with conspicuous success. Two thirds of his operational flying has been carried out on the same aircraft without sustaining any damage whatsoever by faulty handling, although the aircraft on many occasions has been badly hit by enemy fire. By his resolve and cheerful bearing, this volunteer reserve officer has been an example and inspiration to the other pilots in his Squadron and I can not speak to highly of his services. I recommend him in the strongest possible terms for the award for which he is now recommended for the second time. Wing Commander Douglas Alfred George Parry DSO., MBE., DFC & Bar, AE. was born in April 1915 he was was known to all as George, rummer has it that like “George” the aircraft automatic pilot, he always flew a steady course to and from the target. He joined the RAFVR starting pilot training at No.20 EFTS in April 1939. qualifying as a Pilot in July 1940 he was posted to 110 Squadron operating the Bristol Blenheim. It was here that he learnt his skill as a low level pilot, undertaking low level raids over occupied France and shipping. He was awarded the DFC in 1941 and at the end of his first tour volunteered to remain with the Squadron. In October 1941 he received a telephone call from an old Commanding Officer who was then with 105 Squadron. Parry was offered a posting to 105 Squadron and was to become one of the first operational pilots of the new “Wooden Wonder” the De Havilland Mosquito. In the following year he was involved in a number of low level operations in the new aircraft and in August 1942 flew a stripped out Mosquito “Airliner” in the colours of BOAC to Sweden carrying diplomatic mail and returning with Ball Bearings. During his time in Sweden he was ordered to carry at all times a flare pistol and if there was any chance of the “Mossie” being examined or stolen by the Germans he was to destroy it. The special British Passport used for these civilian run operations is included in the lot. Back with his unit in September 1942 he was briefed to lead his most daring operation to date. On the 25th September he was briefed to lead 4 aircraft in daylight to attack the Gestapo Headquarters in Oslo Norway. His task to destroy the building and all information on resistance units and second fold to destroy a parade being held by the pro Nazi Quisling. Reaching Oslo, the attack began a roof top height, the bombs fell on their targets with devastating results. However unknown to the RAF and our four Mosquitos, FW190 German fighter aircraft were taking part in a flypast over the Quisling Parade, the fighters attacked shooting down one Mosquito but the other three including Parry made their escape. He continued to participate in low level operations until 1943 when he was finely “screened” from Ops for a rest and it appears that he was then posted as an instructor and then Staff appointments. He remained with the RAF until 1947 and then joined Boulton Paul Company in Norwich. He kept his links with the RAFVR serving as CO of the 3620 (County of Norfolk) Fighter Control Unit and a CO of an Air Training Squadron. He later became a Warning Officer of the UK Warning and Monitoring Organisation and was awarded the MBE in 1976. He died in 1999 and was honoured with a three column obituary in the Times.
Selection of WW1 British Medals. Comprising: 1914 Star “27205 GNR H. PASSMORE R.F.A.”... 1914/15 Star, “4397 PTE T WALMSLEY LAN FUS” ... Victory Medal, with MID Oak Leaf “LIEUT W.P. MUNRO” ... British War Medal and Victory Medal “94932 PTE H. HAWORTH L’POOL R” ... WW1 Canadian Silver Memorial Cross RENAMED to “6882 PTE W. CORDREY”. (6 items). All medals have been lacquered. Gunner H Passmore landed in France on the 3rd October 1914 ... Private Thomas Walmsley landed in France on the 15th July 1915 and was Killed in Action on the 2nd October 1918, whilst serving with the 10th Bn ... Victory Medal believed to have been awarded to Lieutenant William Pearce Munro 28th London Regiment and RFA Died of Wounds 5th September 1918 ... Private Harry Haworth entitled to the Pair only ... A Private of the name William Cordrey is recorded as died at No. 20 General Hospital Dannes Camiers on the 6th April 1918. He is shown as serving with the 1st Canadian Infantry (Western Ontario Regiment) CEF
Victorian Departmental Officer’s Braided Frock Coat. An extremely rare mid 19th Century example of the roll collar pattern worn by officers of Army Medical Services, Ordnance, Pay and Veterinary Departments (see illustrations in 1900 Dress Regulations). Single-breasted blue coat by JB Johnstone of London & Dublin, with hook-and-eye front, edged and trimmed with black mohair braid forming five loops each side with two olivettes on each loop. Pointed cuffs edged with a double row of 1-inch black mohair, traced above and below with black Russia braid forming eyes, an Austrian knot and crowsfoot. Black mohair edging to back-skirts, forming a trefoil at the waist. Victorian Colonel’s embroidered rank-badges, and ribbons for Crimean medals and another campaign medal. Quilted black lining. Label named to Col. J.D.? Dalyell, Brigade Depot. Skirt lining frayed and slightly defective, medal-ribbons faded, minor external moth damage not significantly affecting the appearance, otherwise GC.
WW1 Red Cross Volunteers Pair of Medals. This pair of medals were awarded to Jane C Inkson who for services during the Great War was Mentioned in Despatches. Comprising: British Red Cross (Florence Nightingale) Volunteer Medical Service Medal with clasp “JANE C INKSON”, Silver Palms of the Belgian Order of the Crown. The medals are loose the Belgian award in original box. The pair of medals are accompanied by a uniform ribbon bar, this appears to confirm the award. Jane C Inkson was a native of Eastbourne and in September 1914 volunteered her services to the Red Cross. She served until December 1918 and was appointed Head Cook at both Urmston and Fairfield Hospitals Eastbourne. She received a Mention in Despatches February 1919 and appears to have be recognised by the Belgian Government.
Rifle Volunteer Victorian Officer’s Mess Jacket. An early post-1881 example, scarlet cloth with white facings. Silver Russia braid edging to jacket and white metal studs to front. Colonel’s braid decoration to collar and sleeves. Twisted silver shoulder-cords, fastened by small buttons with crown and bugle-horn, and bearing Lieutenant Colonel’s rank-badges. Green medal-ribbon of the Volunteer Decoration. Red quilted lining. Braid slightly dull, minor moth and staining ... Complete with an officer’s scarlet V-necked waistcoat, also with white metal studs to front, silver Russia braid edging and pocket-ornaments. Minimal moth and stitching faults. (2 items)
WW1 / WW2 Royal Engineer Officer Family Casualty Group of Medals. These three Officers edals groups represent the Purser family of Old Colwyn Denbighshire, who suffered the loss of two brothers during WW2. Comprising: Father’s Group of British War Medal and Victory Medal, “CAPT E.G. PURSER”. Medals loose Official correction to BWM ... Oldest Brother Casualty Medal Group of Major David Merlin Purser Comprising: 1939/45 Star, Africa Star, War Medal. Official condolence forwarding slip typed name “Major D.M. Purser” ... Younger Brother Captain Hugh Edmund Vaughan Purser Comprising: 1939/45 Star, Burma Star, Defence Medal, War Medal. Forwarding official condolence slip with typed name “Captain H.E.V. Purser”. Both WW2 medal groups are contained in original card forwarding box and both addressed to E.G. Purser. Captain Edmund G Purser served during the Great War with the Royal Engineers and landed in France on the 13th July 1917. Major David Merlin Purser died on the 7th April 1943 whilst Commanding the 3rd Field Squadron Royal Engineers. Captain Hugh Edmund Vaughan Purser died on the 26th July 1944 during the Battle of Imphal. At the time of his death he was serving as an Intelligence Officer. The funds raised from this sale are being donated to the Marlow Branch of the Royal British Legion.
WW2 Scorpion Regiment Royal Tank Regiment DSO.,MC Commanders Group A fine gallantry group awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Robert Esmond Hill Drury DSO., MC. Commander of “T” Scorpion Regiment, Royal Tank Regiment who won the Military Cross for leading the advance at the Battle of El Alamein with the 9th Australian Division. Comprising: Distinguished Service Order (1943), Military Cross (1942), 1939/45 Star, Africa Star, clasp “8th Army”, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, Territorial Decoration (EIIR 1961). The group is accompanied by a small quantity of original ephemera and photographs, including Buckingham Palace Investiture letter, Telegram of congratulations, newspaper cuttings, formation badges etc. The Recommendation for the award of the Distinguished Service Order was raised on the 22nd April 1942 “Lt-Col R.E.H. Drury was in Command of the “T” Scorpion Regt operating with the 50 (N) Div in the attack on Mareth Line on the night 20/21 March 1943, and later with 51 (H) Div in the attack on Akarit positions on 6th April 1943. The Scorpions were of necessity in the forefront of the battles and in these operations cleared gaps in the face of heavy shell and mortar fire through deep and complicated minefields covering the enemy positions. Lt Col Drury showed complete disregard of danger and his high courage was an inspiring example to his men. His resourcefulness, enthusiasm and encouragement he gave to all concerned were largely responsible for the successful clearing of the gaps which enabled the Infantry and supporting tanks pass through to their objective.” Recommendation for the Military Cross was raised on the 31st July 1942. “On 17th July 1942 “C” Sqn 44 R. Tanks commanded by Major Drury was ordered to support 2/32nd Battalion of the 24 Aust Inf Bde in an attack S.W. of El. Alamein. The enemy were in strength with well concealed anti-tank and machine guns. During the whole of the attack Major Drury handled his Squadron with great skill and determination and through his cool judgement saved the Battalion he was supporting heavy casualties from M.G. fire on several occasions. Subsequently when it was found necessary to withdraw from the forward position Major Drury covered this withdraw with his Squadron thus permitting the Infantry to pull back with comparatively few casualties. Later in the day Major Drury accompanied by No. 7918080 L/Cpl S.R. Hackney proceeded on foot and rescued to serviousley wounded men under heavy machine gun fire. Major Drury displayed great powers of leadership during the whole day and showed the utmost coolness under fire.” It appears during this action Major Drury’s Squadron was in support of the 9th Australian Division. Lieutenant Colonel Robert Esmond Hill Drury DSO., MC was born in 1910, he attended Monkton Combe School and joined the OTC and later Territorial Army, being appointed a Second Lieutenant on the 19th April 1939 into the 44th Bn Royal Tank Regiment RAC. Posted to the Middle East he was promoted to a Squadron Commander in July 1942 and later appointed Commanding Officer of 1st Scorpion Regiment. In the post was years he transferred to the North Somerset Yeomanry and was awarded the TD on the 16th May 1961. He died in May 1988. The 1st Scorpion Regiment was equipped with the flail tank used to clear minefields etc. It later became the 1st Assault (Engineer) Regiment taking part in may river crossing battles during the advance through Italy. In 1953 Drury made all the papers when settling a £1000 bet made between revellers at the Savoy. After the Metropolitan Commissioner kindly closed the Embankment, Drury, a well known expert fly fisherman, remarkably and successfully cast the 87 yards from the roof of the Savoy into the Thames !
London Metropolitan Police Holborn Inspectors Group of Three Medals. Awarded to “INSP J TRENDALL”. Comprising: Metropolitan Police 1897 Jubilee Medal, “PC E DIV”, Metropolitan Police 1902 Coronation Medal “PC E DIV”, 1911 Metropolitan Police Medal “INSP”. Medals loose. Inspector John Trendall joined the Met in 1895 and is confirmed as serving with E (Holborn) Division. He retired in 1921.
Coldstream Guards Boer War Eight Clasp Queen’s South Africa Medal. A good example awarded to “9695 PTE. J. TONER. CLDSTM; GDS;” bearing the clasps “Belmont”, “Modder River”, “Driefontein”, “Johannesburg”, “Diamond Hill”, “Belfast”, “South Africa 1901”, “South Africa 1902”. Clasps officially affixed. Private Toner is confirmed as having been awarded these eight clasps. However his name appears on the regimental KSA Roll. The clasps to the medal are officially affixed.
WW1 / WW2 King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Campaign Group of Eight Medals. Awarded to “4682319 SJT R.J. STOREY K.O.Y.L.I.”. Comprising: British War Medal, Victory Medal, “36282 PTE K.O.Y.L.I”, General Service Medal, clasp “Iraq”, “PTE K.O.Y.L.I.”, 1939/45 Star, Africa Star, with clasp “1st Army”, Defence Medal, War Medal, Regular Army Long Service & Good Conduct Medal (GVIR), “SJT K.O.Y.L.I.”. Mounted court style for display, first three medals heavily polished ... Accompanied by a forwarding box for the WW2 medals.
Selection of Badges Medals etc. Including: Leeds OTC Cap Badge ... WW2 Royal Engineers Cap Badge ... Victorian Volunteer Decoration Miniature Medal mounted as originally worn ... Four Alloy Royalty Commemoration Medallions, etc. (19 items) Viewing Recommended. The funds raised from this sale are being donated to the Marlow Branch of the Royal British Legion.
WW2 Royal Navy Arctic & Malta Convoy Long Service Medal Group of Nine. Awarded to P/MX 8018013 Petty Officer R. Dickenson RN. Comprising: 1939/45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star, War Medal, Korea Medal “EL R.N”, UN Korea Medal, Naval General Service Medal, clasp “Near East”, “CH EL R.N.”, Royal Navy Long Service & Good Conduct Medal (EIIR), “EL HMS BARROSA”. Mounted as originally worn official correction to LS&GC Medal ... Accompanied by 1992 Malta Medal ... Soviet Russia 40th Anniversary Convoy Medal, this with original named certificate and correspondence. In a letter accompanying the Lot. Petty Officer Dickenson states he was serving onboard HMS Antelope 1941 and was involved in the evacuation of Russian citizens from the island of Spitsbergen, thus his entitlement to the Soviet Convoy Medal.
Australian Military Forces Territorial Efficiency Medal Group of Six Medals. Awarded to Captain Harold Smith. Comprising: 1939/45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, Australian Service Medal, These named “NX190072 H. SMITH”, Territorial Efficiency Medal (GVIR), with “Australia Suspension” and second award clasp. “NX190072 CAPT H SMITH A.M.F.”. Remains mounted as originally worn. Captain Harold Smith was born in Narrabri, N.S.W. on 22 August 1921. He enlisted at Port Moresby, Australia New Guinea, on 22 October 1942. Latterly a Captain serving with PAGA Battery, Royal Australian Artillery, he was discharged on 12 August 1952.
WW1 Merchant Navy Medals. Comprising: Late issue British War Medal and Mercantiule Marine Medal awarded to “ERIC N WHETMORE”... British War Medal awarded to “Dugald Stewart” ... Merchant Marine Medal “DAVID W.C.GALL”. Eric Norris Whetmore was a native of Eastleigh. Mr Dugald Stewart was a native of Dumbarton and served with the Merchant Navy.
Indian Army Post Independence Parachute Battalion India General Service Medals. Comprising: Two India, General Service Medal 1947, both with clasp, “Jammu and Kashmir 1947-48”. Awarded to “2430643 L-HAV KISHAN SINGH 1 PARA BN PUNJAB R” ... “4161601 SEP CHHAJU RAM 1 (PARA) KUMAON R”. Typical Indian style impressed naming. (2 items)
Indian Police Pair of India General Service Medals. Both awarded to “270 F.C. RASUL KHAN POLICE DEPT” Comprising: India General Service Medal, clasp “North West Frontier 1930-31”, “CONST POLICE DEPT”, India General Service Medal, clasp “North West Frontier 1936-37”, “F.C. POLICE DEPT”. Medals loose
HMS Amethyst Confirmed Crew Members Naval General Service Medal, Two Clasps “Yangtze 1949.” & “Malaya”. A rare example awarded for the historic “Yangtze Incident” to “D/JX 160004 L.C. MEWSE P.O. TEL R.N.” . Name officially corrected. Cleaned Petty Officer Leonard Charles Mewse, from Campbeltown, is confirmed as serving as a Petty Officer Telegraphist onboard H.M.S. Amethyst.
East Yorkshire Regiment Malay Emergency Officer’s MBE Group of Six Medals. Awarded to Major Lionel Miles Stansfield MBE. Comprising: Breast Badge of a Member of the Order of the British Empire, 1939/45 Star, Burma Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, General Service Medal (EIIR), clasp “Malaya”, “MAJOR L.M. STANSFIELD E. YORKS.”. Mounted for display. The announcement for the award of the MBE was made in the London Gazette on the 30th October 1956. The Recommendation states “ ‘Major Stansfield has been employed during the last two years as a Deputy Assistant Adjutant General at Headquarters Malaya Command. He has been responsible for co-ordinating all matters concerning the Federation Army and dealing himself with those subjects which are the concern of the Adjutant General’s Branch. His work has been outstanding. The tenure of his appointment has covered a period of expansion of the Federation Army, and also the London Talks in February, which transferred the responsibilities of internal defence and security to the Federation Government. Both these matters have involved a great deal of forward planning. Major Stansfield has maintained his normal output of work to deal with current problems, and at the same time by the unsparing use of his own leisure has produced much valuable data for planning. As his knowledge of Federation Army matters is unique, it has been his lot to produce many briefs containing recommendation for the future policy of that army. The work he has produced has proved invaluable. It has however only been achieved by his subordinating all his own and his family interests to those of the Federation Army. Major Stansfield’s conduct has been in the highest interest of the service and has enhanced the reputation of the British Army with those Government and the Civil Servants with whom he has had dealings. His work will be reflected in the future of the Federation Army and it is most highly recommended that his outstanding services should be recognised.” Major Stansfield was born in 1918 and was a pre war regular soldier serving six years in the ranks. He was commissioned into the East Yorkshire Regiment in 1942. He achieved the rank of Major in 1953 and in 1957 was serving with the Malay Forces.
WW2 South African 1st Witwatersrand Rifles Italy Campaign Casualty Group of Five Medals. Awarded to 27964 Private Arthur William Baker who was wounded by shrapnel in June 1944. Comprising: 1939/45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, African Service Medal. Medals loose officially stamped “27964 A.W. BIRCH” ... Accompanied by ID “Dog Tags” ... “Witrifles” brass shoulder title and cloth unit slip on badge ... Also with photocopies of service papers. Private Arthur William Baker, who was born in 1919, and enlisted in the 1st Witwatersrand Rifles May 1940. He embarked for service in the Middle East in October 1943, he went on to see active service in Italy being wounded in the right arm by shrapnel in June 1944. He was later, diagnosed as suffering from hysteria, due to the result of his experiences under fire. He returned to South Africa in July 1945, where he was discharged the following October.
The Duke of Wellington and the Surrender of Pompei. 1813 Bronze Medal. This bronze medal forms part of the Mudie’s Series of National Medals. Published under the direction of James Mudie Esq. London 1820, this being number 25. The obverse with a head and shoulder portrait of the Duke, the reverse shows two classical figures, one on horseback. Good Condition.
Royal Navy Long Service & Good Conduct Medal. Plus India General Service Medal clasps. An example of a George V Royal Navy Long Service & Good Conduct Medal awarded to “J.96036 W.H. GADEN L.S. HMS EXCELLENT” ... Accompanied by two medal clasps “North West Frontier 1936-37”, “North West Frontier 1937-39”. Clasps attached ... Second award clasp (EIIR) for the Territorial Efficiency Medal. Able Seaman William Henry Gaden enlisted into the Royal Navy as a boy in September 1919. He left the navy
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