Bob Coulson Posted 4 September , 2004 Share Posted 4 September , 2004 Would anyone have the DSO citation for Lt Col Thomson of the 5th Yorkshires. Grateful as always for any assistance. Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glosters Posted 5 September , 2004 Share Posted 5 September , 2004 LG 16-9-18 Thomson, James Albert Raymond, Capt. (Acting Lieut-Colonel) Yorkshire Regt. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Throughout 10 days fighting this officer has rendered splendid service, inspiring the brigade by his example of cheerfulness and leadership. When the enemy captured a village he established his battalion on some high ground above it, holding on from 9 am to 5 pm although his right was in the air, and he niether orders nor information. On a later occasion, after encouraging his men throughout a day of intense shelling, he led a counter-attack in the evening to cover the withdrawal of another division. This was successful, as also was his rearguard action afterwards. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Coulson Posted 5 September , 2004 Author Share Posted 5 September , 2004 Steve, Just what I was looking for, many thanks for your time and trouble. Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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