L/Cpl G.D. Horsman M.M.

[Chris Noble]

Evening Pals.

Lance Corporal George Douglas Horsman. (Castleford)

Tank Corps.

Any info on the award of the Military Medal to this man much appreciated.

Gazette 30573, 12th March, 1918.

Regards, Chris.

[Ed Matthews]

Chris

The following is taken from "Tank Corps Honours & Awards" (Midland Medals, B'ham. 1982):

91382 L/Cpl HORSMAN, G.D. "H" Battn. Awarded MM.

"This NCO was the driver of a tank in action east of Gouzeaucourt on December 1, 1917.

During the action L/Cpl. Horsman was wounded in the face and back, but continued to drive the tank for ten minutes until he collapsed.

A new driver was then put on the driver's seat and L/Cpl. Horsman, being resuscitated, at once took over the duties of gearsman, carrying on until the tank was put out of action.

This NCO showed the greatest gallantry and devotion to duty.

This NCO likewise showed gallantry in the attack on Fontaine on November 21, 1917, his tank on that occasion receiving a direct hit, killing and wounding five of the crew."

Hope this helps.

Regards

Ed

[Chris Noble]

Ed

Many thanks for the info, much appreciated.

Just as a footnote, in the world of buy and sell, the family still holds the medal. IMHO, where it belongs.

Thanks once again.

Chris.