Fildes, 33857 (DCM)

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

Name	F. Fildes
Rank	Lance Corporal
Number	33857
Other details	(none listed)
Date published	16 August 1917
Citation	“For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. In the absence of an officer and all NCO’s, he took charge of his party and led then most gallantly. Later he volunteered as a stretcher-bearer, and was of the greatest assistance. He also went out alone and under heavy fire brought in several wounded men. He undoubtedly saved many lives by his courage and coolness.”

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