Medals from the Collection of R.W. Gould, MBE

Royal Humane Society, small bronze medal (successful), (William Ennor, P.S. Sep. 23. 1903) complete with bronze ribbon buckle, nearly extremely fine £50-70

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Medals from the Collection of R.W. Gould, MBE.

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R.H.S. Case No. 32987: ‘On the 23rd September 1903, Charles Drew, in trying to pass from one boat to another, fell into the sea at Torpoint, Cornwall. This took place 70 yards out in 16 feet of water. At great risk, Ennor swam out and supported him till they were picked up.’ Sold with some career details of P.C. Ennor who served with the Devonport Division.