Lot 376
A ROYAL FUSILIERS DCM MONS STAR/BAR TRIO (MID) GROUP (4)
A George V Distinguished Conduct Medal named to L-11154 Sjt P Garrod 1/R Fus. A 1914 Star with Bar named to L-11154 Pte P Garrod 1/R Fus. British War & Victory Medals, the latter with MID Oakleaf named to L-11154 Sjt P Garrod R Fus.
Percy Garrod served in France from the 8th November 1914 and would have appeared to be in almost immediate action. His MIC details confirm his entitlement to both Star and Bar plus Roses.
His Mention in Despatches was in the London Gazette of the 22nd May 1917 Volume 30086 and page 5026.
His Distinguished Conduct Medal was in the London Gazette on the 1st January 1918.
His Home Town is shown as Stevenage.
His Citation reads;
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When his platoon officer became a casualty during an attack he took command of the platoon, and led it with great ability under heavy fire. He has rendered valuable service during a very long period, and has always set a magnificent example of courage and devotion to duty to his men (7th April 1918)
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