Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM - UK)

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Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) / Recipients 1944

Below you can find the the recipients for the Disitnguished Conduct Medal, awarded in the year 1944. The list is not yet complete. Additions are always welcome. Any addition should be accompanied with sufficient proof.

Disitnguished Conduct Medal
Clark, Frank Henry (? - November 9th, 1944)		October 26th, 1944; Sergeant, 7th Field Company, Corps of Royal Engineers "Sergeant Clark's example has been magnificent throughout the action especially during the last few days. Although Headquarters Sergeant he volunteered for every possible dangerous job. During the initial river reconnaissance he swam teh river GARI and measured the gap. On the first attempt on building CONGO assault Bailey bridge he returned to the River after the company had left assisting in the collection of wounded and removing vehicles under fire. During the AMAZON assault Bailey bridge operation he worked from the start to the finish of the operation continually under fire and greatly assisted in completing the task. Early on 17th May, 1944 he was acting as Platoon Sergeant of a platoon which was constructing a forward track under fire. Two Bulldozer operators were killed and Sergeant Clark with another soldier operated the Bulldozer under fire until 30 yards of track were completed. On the same morning his platoon officer was found to be missing and he went back twice under fire in his efforts to find him. He has inspired all ranks by his great courage and example.” Received in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Italy. (Supplement to The London Gazette of 24th October 1944, Issue 36764, dated 26th October 1944, Image: Shirley Clark)

Text: Wilco Vermeer
Images: Wilco Vermeer (except when mentioned otherwise)
Sources:
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