Cowan, 5060 (DCM)

The following text is a Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) transcription of a Border Regiment soldier of the First World War.

Name	J. Cowan
Rank	Private
Number	5060
Other details	3rd Border Regiment attached 2nd Border Regiment
Date published	15 January 1916
Citation	“For conspicuous gallantry during a heavy bombardment. He dug out two comrades who had been buried regardless of personal risk, and later carried several messages under heavy fire.”

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