Nick Saunders Posted 30 January , 2003 Share Posted 30 January , 2003 Please could someone help me. I am trying to find the citation for the award of the Distinguished Conduct Medal to Private 31363 A H Bird of the 18th Lancashire Fusilliers. I have been told this was for action in 1918, but I cannot confirm that. Any information gratefully received. Best Wishes Nick Saunders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Seymour Posted 30 January , 2003 Share Posted 30 January , 2003 The London Gazette Citation date, taken from 'Recipients of the DCM 1914-1920' by R. W. Walker is 31.10.1918 Alan Seymour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_Hartley Posted 30 January , 2003 Share Posted 30 January , 2003 Nick - you can access the London Gazette at www.gazettes-online.co.uk. You might have to try different variations on the name but you probably need to put a period in after the initial (as F. Bloggs) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David_Bluestein Posted 3 February , 2003 Share Posted 3 February , 2003 Here’s your man: 31363 Pte. A.H. Bird (New Cross) For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He attacked and captured an enemy machine-gun single-handed, killing the team. He then endeavored to gain touch with the left and killed several of the enemy he met. He destroyed a trench mortar with a bomb, and all through the action he showed fine courage and determination, and was of the greatest assistance to his officers. (LG: 30.10.18) Please be in touch if I might be of further assistance. Regards David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Saunders Posted 4 February , 2003 Author Share Posted 4 February , 2003 Alan, John, and David many thanks for your help. I am most grateful. It is almost getting to the stage where you can guarantee that someone on this web site will have the answer. Many thanks Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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