DCM Citations

[stuart714]

Could some kind soul with the book on DCM Citations kindly provide us with the details for Sgt James Kay, Canadians, Service no 29166. Had tried LG but no success though did find he was awarded MC too!

Thanks in advance

Stuart

[johntanner]

Kay J, RSM 29116 16th Bn

For conspicuous gallantry since the formation of the battalion, in all the actions in which it has been engaged. He has invariably exhibited bravery and skill in the performance of his duties, and given a fine example of devotion to all ranks. 11/03/16

[archangel9]

http://www.edinburgh-gazette.co.uk/issues/12914/pages/511

John

[Nepper]

First Gazetted on 16 Jan 1916 http://www.edinburgh...12894/pages/133

Full citation 14 March 1916 http://www.edinburgh...12914/pages/511

29116 Regimental Serjeant-Major J. Kay, 16th Canadian Infantry Battalion.

For conspicuous gallantry since the formation of the battalion, in all the actions n which it has been engaged. He has invariably exhibited bravery and skill in the performance of his duties, and given a fine example of devotion to all ranks.

The MC is here http://www.edinburgh-gazette.co.uk/issues/13375/pages/32 and there's a MM too http://www.edinburgh-gazette.co.uk/issues/13471/pages/2359

[alanmackie]

Hi Stuart

KAY J. RSM 29116 16th Bn.

For conspicuous gallantry since the formation

of the battalion, in all the actions in which

it has been engaged. He has invariably exhibited

bravery and skill in the performance of his

duties, and given a fine example of devotion

to all ranks. 11.3.16.

Dental

[John(txic)]

Which book is this, please?

John

[archangel9]

http://www.naval-military-press.com/citations-of-the-distinguished-conduct-medal-1914-1920-four-section-set.html

Also available on Ancestry with a subscription.

John

[archangel9]

Test post. See this topic -

http://1914-1918.invisionzone.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=173684&st=0&gopid=1687623entry1687623

John

[John(txic)]

Obliged, Archangel.

[stuart714]

Dear All,

Thanks for info and links.

Stuart