G. J. Irving. Trio: A Great War 1918 Somme M.M. There is much more research that can be done on this Officer and it would be interesting to learn if he played any part in the EUREKA uprising due to the probable central meeting place of the Ballarat Post Office and his loyalty to the Army. Your maximum bid should be the highest amount you're willing to pay for an item. He was awarded his M.M. in under heavy shell and M.G. Private Harris from his battalion gave the following statement in reference to Cpl Watsons death; Watson was buried by shell at Passchendaele on the 6thNovember with McDonald, Sutcliffe and Cox. ); British War and Victory Medals (3481 Pte H. E. King. Mounted for display, lacquered, good very fine $4250, Four:A Great War 1918 Somme M.M. People say, youve been a lot of places serving the country havent you? I say, these belong to my son and I wear them for him, Mr Palmer said. Note: Tragically Harry Batchelor was swept off the rocks at Bondi Beach whilst fishing and subsequently drowned on the 22ndof March 1925. Awarded Victory and British medals* . Military decoration awarded to soldiers of various nations wounded in combat, Wound Stripes article at canadiansoldiers.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wound_stripe&oldid=1039141531, Military awards and decorations of France, Military awards and decorations of the United Kingdom, Military awards and decorations of the Soviet Union, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 16 August 2021, at 23:16. The original recommendation states:At Westhoek Ridge 20th September 1917 for conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty, when despite heavy shell fire he laid out telephone wires to the front line, and by repairing continual breaks, consequent upon enemy shell fire, he maintained communications throughout.A. He was wounded in action, 2 September 1918. Bent, 18th Australian Infantry Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, originally recommended for the D.C.M. No to a new medal. ); 1914-15Star(2552 Pte. He was awarded his M.M. On making a third trip Pte Bent obtained several panniers of machine gun ammunition which had been lost on the way across. Wells served with the 47th Australian Infantry Battalion as part of the 12th Australian Brigade, 4th Australian Division in the French theatre of war from July 1916.Wells was awarded his M.M. Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh . ww2 & palestine medals 6284254 ashby 2nd bn the buffs the east kent regiment . I certainly agree that medallic recognition is appropriate, but at least a colour coded clasp would be sufficient. I know there is a lot of pitfalls in the medal, there will be so many ya/nays that will be putting up stumbling blocks, you know what the nature of the beast is. group of three awarded to Corporal A. E. Boyd, 37thAustralian Infantry Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, for continued gallantry as a stretcher bearer over a three week period in August 1918Military Medal, G.V.R. This list of wound decorations is an index of articles that describe notable awards given for wounds; usually, though not exclusively, to military personnel during wartime. He was wounded in action at Pozieres, 5 August 1916, and received a gunshot wound to the right arm and left knee at Bullecourt, 2 May 1917, Single: Military Medal, G.V.R. He was wounded in action at Pozires in 1916 and Bullecourt in 1917. He stayed behind with Lieutenant Moore and helped this officer to carry in a wounded man under heavy machine gun fire. Second World War Group of Four, Private Patrick O'Donnell, 28th Battalion, 7th Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, Wounded in Action near Wau, Papua New Guinea 2ND REVISION . NSW 2533 London Gazette25 April 1918. In the battle that followed, despite achieving tactical surprise by approaching from an unexpected direction, the Japanese attackers were unable to capture Wau. Opposing these forces were the Australian 2/5th, 2/6th and 2/7th Battalions along with Lieutenant Colonel Norman Fleay's Kanga Force. Service Stripes are now worn on the left sleeve.) These drivers have been conspicuous in devotion to their work and horses carrying ammunition in the short time available - setting a fine example of gallantry and enthusiasm. When Ray Palmer wears the service medals awarded to his son, who was killed in 2010 when a US Black Hawk helicopter crash-landed on a night mission in Afghanistan, it leads to confusion on Anzac Day. Enter the length or pattern for better results. I am a Vietnam Veteran. (CPL on War Medal). A.I.F. stretcher bearer. details about wounded in action sanananda ww2 australian medals sx18832 m smart 2/10th aif see original listing. A.I.F.). If a medallic award were made then the ribbon to it could be colour coded with a central stripe either black for KIA, red for WIA, white for injured, and yellow for sick, surrounded by vertical stripes of the green and gold of Australian national colours. When passing the Battalion Headquarters with a message, he was wounded, but delivered his message. Minor edge nicks, generally very fine or better $4250, Trio:A Great War 1917 French theatre M.M. He served with the Battery in the French theatre of war from July 1916, and distinguished himself on the Somme during the following month. impressed to, For conspicuous bravery and initiative during a raid on July Farm, east of Wytschaete, on the night of the 13th/14th March 1918. It is the highest Queensland Police Service Medal a civilian may receive. If another auction participant places a bid of $110 dollars, the system will subsequently place a bid of $111 dollars on your behalf. 5/Aust: M.G.C. Single : South Africa Medal 1853 impressed : LIEUT. Previous awards during World War One were designated by a single red cloth stripe. On 15 April Briggs was awarded the Military Medal for 'great initiative and bravery', at Lagnicourt.Briggs was severely wounded during the second battle of Bullecourt, on 5 May, sustaining a penetrating shrapnel wound to his left knee and a severe fracture of the humerus, just above his right elbow. The least the gov can do is show them some recognition with a medal for their sacrifice against an enemy they sent them to fight. 1/By: Aust: F.A. The Australians suffered 20 men killed and a further 89 wounded during the fighting. They should still continue with a those injured during their war service medal. In World War I United States soldiers received stripes called Wound Chevrons that were influenced by French practice. F. Whitehead. During the whole action he showed a daring and disregard for his own personal safety which was a distinct encouragement to his men and of great assistance to Lieutenant Moore. Delury was amongst the Battalions wounded for that day, having suffered a shrapnel wound to the right shoulder.Delury continued to serve with the Battalion in France, and was gassed, 12 May 1918. I bet the people who hate the idea never seen a day of combat. This is contradictedas he is taken back on strength between the dates. With respect what a waste of money! group of three awarded to Private A. Delury, 25thAustralian Infantry Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, who received a shrapnel wound to the right shoulder in the process of winning the M.M., and was later gassed 12 May 1918Military Medal, G.V.R. Bent. By the time the Japanese reached the Wau area, after a trek over the mountains, the Australian defenders had been greatly reinforced by air. The only person who will wear this medal for being killed in action is someone who has never seen action, likely never served! (2552 Pte. The surviving NOK already have their deceased partners medals, whether they were KIA or died as a result of being WIA, by other means, or just plain old age. If you had something that says KIA (killed in action) or KIS (killed in service), it would signify that you are wearing them on behalf of someone youve lost.. Military Medal correctly impressed2052 PTE A. COOPER 42/AUST INFand British War and Victory Medals correctly impressed to2052 PTE A. W. BROWNE 42 BN. A. He was employed as a Well Borer prior to his enlistment in the Australian Imperial Force, in January 1916. H.J.N. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. We have received from veterans and their families a range of submissions relating to service from the Second World War onwards, he said. 4/Lt: T.M. He returned to Australia in January 1919, and was discharged, 2 May 1919. Single: Military Medal (GV) correctly impressed to 3761 L. CPL H. BATCHELOR 20/AUST; INF: Single: Military Medal, G.V.R. 47-Bn. Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester said following preliminary consultation and advice from the Council . Pingat Jasa Malaysia. Your entered maximum bid will not be disclosed to the seller or other auction participants at any point. Border, 9 December 1919, and was discharged medically unfit 27 April 1920. The family of Alan Dare will be given the Bravery Medal on Saturday. On reaching the objective in the attack near Morlancourt on the 19th inst. 5/Aust: Inf:); 1914-15 Star (3481 Pte H. E. King. awarded to Lance-Corporal A. Briggs, 20th Australian Infantry Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, for his gallantry with rifle-grenades during a counter-attack at Lagincourt, 15 April 1917. 5 Bn. A.I.F. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. More than once I thought, please dont shoot the messenger. It, to my mind should have a definite start date, and again, this will be a subject of debate. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for WW1 WAR MEDAL / A. COLLINS / K R R C & LONDON REGT / WOUNDED / CLAPHAM LONDON at the best online prices at eBay! C. Wells. PrivateO'Donnell embarked Townsville, Queensville for Milne Bay, New Guinea (code named Fall River), aboard the Transport Ship SS Taroona on November 30, 1942, for operations in New Guinea near Port Moresby. We ,who proudly proudly wear or have worn the NATIONS uniform, stand the Vigil now and evermore. The Americans have got their Purple Heart and some Australian soldiers came back and said there should be something similar for those killed or wounded in action. This airfield was of great value to the Australians during the fighting for northeast Papua. A. E. Allen. Credit: Supplied. Whitehead served with the Corps in Gallipoli prior to serving in the French theatre of war from 1916. The original recommendation states:These men showed great initiative and bravery when their company was held up during the counter-attack near LAGNICOURT on 15th. A.I.F. I wish to recommend Thompson for distinction. A.I.F. 7 Bn. When wanted he was always on the job and apart from his personal work was invaluable in directing the work of other stretcher bearers of B Company. The award is usually reserved for officers but can be awarded to civilians who were involved in an incident and performed a similar brave act to a member of the QPS. Free shipping for many products! (3481 Pte H. E. King. The following rate of Buyer's Premium will be added to the Hammer Price of each Lot that you purchase: Twenty-Two Percent (22%) of the Hammer Price, Second World War Group of Four, Private Patrick O'Donnell, 28th Battalion, 7th Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, Wounded in Action near Wau, Papua New Guinea 2ND REVISION. Well look like the yanks STFU, most officers already do, I dont see you all whinging about the 7+ medals already issued to fobbits for just doing your job in the safety of an office on deployment or well outside the AO in amab, people have paid the ultimate sacrifice and have life changing wounds due to combat, on the ground, outside the wire fighting the enemy! Please try again later. Having served with many of our fallen, and those wounded and injured, I believe their medals should accurately record their service and sacrifice, and especially where they have made the ultimate sacrifice in death. (CPL on War Medal), Transferred to the 55th Bty 14th Brigade 16th March 1916, We offer $15 Express Post shipping within Australia and $25 for international shipping for all medals and badges. He was educated at Macarthur Street School and attested for the Australian Imperial Force on 17 June 1915, aged 18 years. I wish to address the move to have a potential new award for defence personnel who have been killed, injured etc during service. The British Army began awarding a brass "Wound Stripe" in 1916, with approval by King George V. The badge was worn vertically on the left forearm and inset between the Good Conduct stripes, fastened through the uniform cloth. Mateship , camaraderie is the binder of us all. He served with the 37th Australian Infantry Battalion as part of the 10th Australian Brigade, 3rd Australian Division in the French theatre of war.Boyd was awarded his M.M. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Crimea/Crimean Medal Rifle Brigade. );1914-15 Star(4875 Dvr. The Sacrifice Medal replaced the wound stripe for all members of the Canadian Armed Forces in 2008. McCabe was a member of his Company permanent patrol and many were his acts of gallantry and devotion to duty indicating an utter disregard of personal safety. . Ray and Pam Palmer, the parents of Scott Palmer, who died in a helicopter accident in Afghanistan in 2010. Credit:James Brickwood. I like the idea of a Black Sprig of Wattle pinned on the medal of the deceased, and/or the Return of the Widows Pin for mother an/or wife. I was just playing around with something of interest to me. awarded to Corporal G. D. Thompson, 4th Light Trench Mortar Battery, Australian Artillery, Australian Imperial Force, later Lieutenant in the 14th Australian Infantry Battalion, Single: Military Medal, G.V.R. A.I.F. 25/Aust: Inf:); British War and Victory Medals (4797 Sgt. As the two quotes I like : All gave some ,Some gave all the full true measure: As you pass us silently Tell them We gave our of today For their tomorrow . Your email address will not be published. If the current auction price is $100 dollars and you place a maximum bid of $120 dollars, the system will bid $101 dollars on your behalf. When the barrage lifted, he was one of the first to enter the enemys position and received the prisoners from Lieutenant Moore. He was hospitalized "sick" for ten days, from October 29 to November 7, 1942. The force as a whole suffered over 2,500 dead, 3,400 wounded and over 25,000 taken prisoner. The original recommendation states:On the morning of 13-5-1917 the 29th. (4797 Pte. 5/Bn. 29/Aust: Inf:); 1914-15 Star(454 Dvr. and helped him to get the men into position. This medal is partly erasedwith 70 percent still clearly visible. FILE PHOTO: Tennis - Australian Open - Men's Singles Final - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 29, 2023 Serbia's Novak Djokovic in action during his final match against Greece's Stefanos Such a small thing would mean so much to the members families and the wounded men and woman. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. The medic at the Battle of Long Tan was a fine example and what did he get for his trouble? Battery was subjected to very heavy shell fire by 5.9 shells. Foreign Awards. This soldier was a Coy. London Gazette20 August 1919. awarded to Lance Corporal F. J. I think a bit more thought should be put into a KIA medal.. When you consider that, in its most basic terms, the primary purpose of a medal is to show where youve been and how well you did what you did, in my opinion, the KIA medal is useless. (5208 Pte. He spent nearly two years at the 4th Australian General Hospital (4 AGH) at Randwick, and convalescent homes, before his discharge from the army on 7 July 1920.Brigg's wounds permanently fused his left knee, and so damaged the nerves in his right arm that he had very little function in that hand.
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