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A Great War M.C. group of four awarded to Captain R. F. Studd, 42nd Battalion (Royal Highlanders) Canadian Infantry, later Princess Louise Fusiliers
Military Cross, G.V.R., unnamed as issued; British War and Victory Medals (Capt. R. F. Studd.); Colonial Auxiliary Forces Decoration, G.V.R. (Lt. Col. R. F. Studd M.C. P. L. Fus.) mounted court style, the first three professionally cleaned and lacquered,, nearly extremely fine (4) £600-800
M.C. London Gazette 25 April 1918.
‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was senior officer of two companies in an attack. Before the attack he made a careful reconnaissance of “No Man’s Land” and established two advanced posts. He displayed tireless energy and marked qualities of leadership, and exposed himself fearlessly under heavy fire directing the operations.’
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