Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A post-War 1949 ‘Malaya Emergency’ B.E.M. pair awarded to Sergeant J. Longworth, 2nd Guards Signal Squadron, Royal Corps of Signals

British Empire Medal, (Military) G.VI.R., 2nd issue (14889191 A/Sgt. John Longworth, R.C.S.) in distressed Royal Mint case of issue; General Service 1918-62, 1 clasp, Malaya, G.VI.R. (14889191 Sgt. J. Longworth. B.E.M. R. Sigs.) in named card box of issue, nearly extremely fine (2) £200-£300

B.E.M. London Gazette 13 December 1949:

‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Malaya during the period 1st January, 1949, to 30th June, 1949.’

The original recommendation states:

‘The a/n NCO has been employed as NCO i/c MT Troop during the mobilisation of this squadron [2nd Guards Brigade Signal Squadron] and subsequently.

He has been an outstanding example of devotion to duty and technical efficiency. He has worked tirelessly over long hours to maintain the 30 vehicles of 6 different makes, and has achieved a high standard of mechanical efficiency, despite shortages of spare parts.

He has been largely responsible for the effectiveness by which this squadron has:

i) maintained wireless detachments over a very large area;
ii) provided its own escorts for D. Rs;
iii) provided five vehicles, including two armoured, with the three Guards Battalions for their own use.’