Mott, 9887 (DCM)
The following text is a Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) transcription of a Border Regiment soldier of the First World War.
| Name | E. Mott[1] |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Number | 9887 |
| Other details | 1st Border Regiment |
| Date published | 3 July 1915 |
| Citation | “On 28th April 1915, during operations south of Krithia, for gallant conduct in leading his company to successive fire positions, and again for conspicuous bravery and good service in attacking over difficult country.” |
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Border Regiment DCM's were published in the Supplements to the Gazette (London-Edinburgh-Belfast). These can be searched for using Gazettes-Online where scanned images of the original pages are available to view for free. This Distinguished Conduct Medal Citation has been transcribed as accurately as possible but please be aware there may be some typos or others errors as part of this process.
References / notes[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Edward John Mott was also award the Victoria Cross on 9 March 1917.