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A Great War ‘Le Sars 7 October 1916’ M.C. group of four awarded to Major Newman Crabtree, 11th Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment
Military Cross, G.V.R., unnamed as issued; British War and Victory Medals (Major N. Crabtree.); Territorial Force War Medal 1914-19 (2. Lieut. N. Crabtree. W. Rid. R.) good very fine (4) £1,000-£1,200
M.C. London Gazette 25 November 1916: Temp. Capt. Newman Crabtree, W. York. R.
‘For conspicuous gallantry in action. He organised and led a bombing attack with great courage and skill, successfully clearing that portion of the line which was holding up our advance. He set a splendid example to his men.’
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