Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

An ‘Italy’ Second World War M.M. group of six to Havildar Walayat Khan, Indian Army Medical Corps

Military Medal, G.VI.R. (50197 Hav., I.A.M.C.), suspension refixed; 1939-45 Star; Africa Star; Italy Star; Defence and War Medals, mounted court style for wear, slight edge bruising and contact marks, very fine (6) £600-700

M.M. London Gazette 28 June 1945 (Italy).

Recommendation reads, ‘Havildar Walayat Khan has served first as the Coy Naik and since 12.10.44 as the Coy Havildar with the forward A.D.S. of 17 Indian Field Ambulance throughout the active operational period in Italy. Fearless and tireless, he supervised and controlled his Coy and his forward Stretcher Bearers. Day after day he walked over the exposed hill sides, frequently in view of the enemy and under mortar and artillery fire, in order to visit his Stretcher Bearer Parties whom he encouraged and inspired by his personal bravery and contempt of danger. On many occasions he fearlessly rendered first aid to wounded under fire. His example of cool courage under fire in the most exposed positions had a great effect on all his Coy personnel and all who came in contact with him. Throughout the period under great strain and in very severe weather conditions of rain and mud he maintained the utmost cheerfulness and complete control of his Coy in every situation. His example and devotion to duty were quite outstanding and the admiration of all’.

39 Military Medals to I.A.M.C.; 18 awarded for Italy.