A Second World War ‘Burma’ M.C. group of four to Subadar Sarbeswar Rajbangshi, Assam Regiment

Military Cross, G.VI.R. reverse officially dated ‘1944’, additionally inscribed, ‘Sub Sarbeswar Rajbangshi, The Assam Regt.’; 1939-45 Star; Burma Star; War Medal 1939-45, these all unnamed, these mounted court style for wear, with two additional ribbons; together with an additional 1939-45 Star, officially impressed, ‘I.O.17102 Subdr. Sarbeswar Rajb, Assam R.’, very fine (5) £600-700

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Awards to the Indian Army from the Collection of AM Shaw.

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M.C. London Gazette 16 November 1944. 

Recommendation reads: 'On the 25 March 44 in the Mol He area, Subedar Sarbeswar's platoon was very heavily attacked from three sides and cut off from the remainder of the Company. Due to his excellent control and outstanding leadership, his platoon inflicted very heavy casualties on the attacking Jap. forces. This V.C.O. finally extricated his platoon with great skill, although hard pressed on all sides. Throughout the fight this V.C.O. displayed coolness and leadership worthy of the highest praise.'

With copied recommendation which shows that he was originally recommended for an I.D.S.M., then I.O.M. 2nd Class, then finally upon the recommendation of Lieutenant-General Slim, the M.C. with which he was awarded.