Malia, 9306 (DCM)

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

Name J. Malia
Rank Company Sergeant Major (Acting Regimental Sergeant Major)
Number 9306
Other details Border Regiment (Sunderland)
Date published 3 September 1918
Citation For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during four days’ heavy fighting. He, with those of Battalion Headquarters available, inflicted the greatest possible loss on the attacking enemy. By his fine example of courage and energy he greatly encouraged his men.