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Auction: 20001 - Orders, Decorations and Medals - conducted behind closed doors
Lot: 718

A Second World War 'Home Guard' B.E.M. awarded to Sergeant R. Francis, 1st Cumberland Battalion

British Empire Medal, (Military) G.VI.R., 1st issue (Sgt. Richard Francis. H.G.), on original wearing pin, nearly extremely fine


B.E.M. London Gazette 15 December 1944. The original recommendation states:

'This N.C.O. from the very commencement of the Signal Unit in this Battalion has set an outstanding example of efficiency and devotion to duty. In spite of his heavy civil commitments he has by his conscientious and regular attendance set an example to his comrades. Has been a very successful signal instructor, travelling long distances at all hours in order to keep his classes keen and efficient.'


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£180

Starting price
£70