A Great War M.M. group of four awarded to Private A. Ruffle, 2nd Battalion, Durham Light Infantry

Military Medal, G.V.R. (9727 Pte. A. W. Ruffle. 2/Durh: L.I.); 1914 Star, with clasp (9727 Pte. A. W. Ruffles [sic]. 2/Durh: L.I.); British War and Victory Medals (9727 Pte. A. W. Ruffle. Durh. L.I.) mounted for display, light contact marks overall, generally very fine (4) £300-400

M.M. London Gazette 11 February 1919.

Arthur William Ruffle served during the Great War with the 2nd Battalion, Durham Light Infantry in the French theatre of war from 8 September 1914. He was discharged 31 March 1920, having served 10 years and 50 days with the Colours. He Character Certificate gives the following:

‘Exemplary Soldier, hardworking. Has been an Officer’s Servant & a groom. A brave soldier, awarded the Military Medal for Bravery in the Field.’

Sold with the following original documentation: Transmittal Slip for M.M., dated 14 May 1919; Character Certificate; Leave or Duty Ration Book, dated 27 September - 11 October 1918; Pocket Hymn & Text Book For Sailors & Soldiers and a 6th Division 1915 Christmas Card.