The Fine Collection of Medals to 'Old Contemptibles' formed by Major Bob Keay

A good Great War ‘Western Front’ D.C.M. group of four awarded to Company Sergeant Major Algernon Knight, 1st Battalion, King’s Shropshire Light Infantry

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (8233 C. S. Mjr., 1/Shrops. L.I.); 1914 Star, with clasp (8233 Sjt., 1/Shrops. L.I.); British War and Victory Medals, with M.I.D. oak leaf (8233 W.O.Cl.2., Shrops. L.I.) some contact wear, generally very fine and better (4) £1200-1500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Fine Collection of Medals to 'Old Contemptibles' formed by Major Bob Keay.

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D.C.M. London Gazette 28 March 1918 ‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Prior to the attack on the enemy positions, he was of the greatest assistance to his company commander, and during the attack he led a platoon to the final objective with the utmost dash. During the consolidation of the captured position he worked indefatigably, and was largely instrumental in reorganising the company. (Marcoing, 20 November 1917)’

M.I.D. London Gazette 21 December 1917.

Algernon Knight served in France and Flanders with the B.E.F. from 10 September 1914. Sold with copy m.i.c.