Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Great War D.C.M. group of four awarded to Serjeant E. J. Austin, Grenadier Guards

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (14231 L. Cpl., 2/G.G.); 1914 Star, with clasp (14231 Pte., 2/G. Gds.) clasp with brooch fitting; British War and Victory Medals (14231 Sjt., G. Gds.) edge bruising, contact marks, very worn through polishing (4) £1000-1200

D.C.M. London Gazette 30 June 1915. ‘For conspicuous gallantry and excellent work throughout the campaign as a Signaller, repairing wires under heavy fire and showing great energy and devotion to duty on all occasions.’

Private Edward J. Austin, 2nd Battalion Grenadier Guards entered the France/Flanders theatre of war on 13 August 1914. Entitled to clasp. With copied m.i.c. and citation details.