Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Great War ‘Western Front’ D.C.M. group of four awarded to Acting Company Sergeant Major G. Ryan, 18th (3rd City Pals) Battalion, Manchester Regiment

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (10207 A.C.S. Mjr: G. Ryan. 18/Manch: R.); 1914-15 Star (10207 Pte. G. Ryan. Manch. R.); British War and Victory Medals (10207 W.O. Cl.2. G. Ryan. Manch. R.) good very fine (4) £600-£800

D.C.M. London Gazette 25 August 1917:
‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He attacked a hostile raiding patrol of twelve men single-handed in full view of the enemy trenches, dispersed them, and took two prisoners. He is always conspicuous for the initiative and resource which he displays under fire.’

Gilbert Ryan attested for the Manchester Regiment and served with the 18th (3rd City Pals) Battalion during the Great War on the Western Front from 18 November 1915. He was reported wounded at the Battle of the Somme on 6 July 1916 (hand-written note with lot refers), and was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal the following year.