Malia, 9306 (DCM & Bar)

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

Name	J. Malia, DCM
Rank	Company Sergeant Major
Number	9306
Other details	Border Regiment (Chesterfield)
Date published	21 October 1918
Citation	“For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On one occasion, when the officer commanding the platoon had become a casualty, he took command and handled the men under heavy fire with conspicuous skill and ability and great personal gallantry. During the period under review he has frequently distinguished himself by the energy and courage of his behaviour in action, setting a fine example to the men of his company. (DCM gazetted 3 September, 1918.)”

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