2/5 TF batt Gloucestershire reg

[Lubbock]

Looking for a W.Pearce 235087 2/5 battle Gloucestershire reg.

I believe he may have been Awarded a military medal

Would anyone have any knowledge of this 

William also served with the 1/5th South Staffordshire regiment  203042

Would be have been involved in the Easter rising of 1916 

Thank you 

Kind regards James

[Matlock1418]

12 minutes ago, Lubbock said:

I believe he may have been Awarded a military medal

https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/31512/supplement/10574

THE LONDON GAZETTE, 20 AUGUST, 1919

His Majesty the KING has been graciously pleased to approve of the: award of the Military Medal for bravery in the field to the undermentioned Warrant 'Officers, Non-commissioned Officers and Men : — ...

GLOUCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT ... 235087 Pte. Pearce, W., 5th Bn. (Wolverhampton)

M

[Lubbock]

Matlock1418.

Thank you so much for your quick response appreciated

How would I find out the details of his award ?

And any idea how I see would go about possibly tracing his MM

Again thank you 

James

[Matlock1418]

8 minutes ago, Lubbock said:

How would I find out the details of his award ?

MM citations are very rare [as hens' teeth?] - This award amongst so many rather looks like a job lot [for worthy service?]

During the war it might be possible to see something in a War Diary [but rare]

8 minutes ago, Lubbock said:

And any idea how I see would go about possibly tracing his MM

Britsh Medal Forum have a 'Seeking family medals' section. https://www.britishmedalforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=9651

Attaching links to Ancestry records seems to also be advised elswhere on the GWF

Also put alert at the Saleroom.com to get a heads-up on auctions https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb 

M

Edited 2 May , 2024 by Matlock1418
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[mancpal]

James,

unfortunately MM citations are rare. It may be that his gallantry was mentioned in the press local to his home, that would be your best bet. There is a slim chance that the action was noted in the war diary if you can isolate the date.

If you join the British Medal Forum it is possible that his medals may be in somebodies collection. You can also set up alerts on eBay in case his decorations come up for sale.

Simon

beaten to it!

 

Edited 2 May , 2024 by mancpal

[Lubbock]

Thank you both  for your assistance 

james