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Starkey, 7105 (DCM)

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

Name T. R. Starkey
Rank Sergeant
Number 7105
Other details Border Regiment
Date published 25 August 1917
Citation For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in taking command of his platoon and other leaderless men when his officer had been killed. He consolidated an advance position, and , when finally compelled to withdraw, did so very skilfully, and established his men in a new position. He set a splendid example of courage and coolness throughout.
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