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NOTTAGE Harry A/Sergt 57512

Catalogue reference: SKR/DAT/IP/27832

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This record is about the NOTTAGE Harry A/Sergt 57512 dating from 2000-2024.

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SKR/DAT/IP/27832

Title

NOTTAGE Harry A/Sergt 57512

Date

2000-2024

Description

The user is advised to read the FINDING AIDS document linked to this catalogue for an explanation of the method by which this record has been created and any terms used.

Surname: NOTTAGE;

Forename(s): Harry;

Initials: H;

Number: 57512;

Rank: A/Sergt;

Resided in: Gosport;

MGC Branch: Infantry;

MGC Unit: 55 Bn;

Awarded: MM;

Gallantry Notes: Citation from 55 Div Records (Liverpool Libraries) "For gallantry and skill whilst commanding a gun in FESTUBERT E KEEP during the attacks of 9th and 11th April 1918. He successfully protected the right flank which appeared to be in the air, inflicting severe losses on the enemy. Although bombed by aeroplanes and subjected to very heavy HE and trench mortar fire during the second attack, he kept his gun in action in the open until it was knocked out by a rifle grenade. (Immediate Award) recommended by Lt WT Hall, OC "B" Coy 55 Bn MGC, Lt Col HW Bolton, Cdg 55 Bn MGC and Brig L Boyd-Moss, Cdg 165 Inf Bde. Signed by Maj Gen H Jeudwine, Cdg 55 Div.;

Other Data: War Office Weekly Casualty List 9/10/1917;

Other Notes: MM: LG 7/10/1918;

END OF RECORD.

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Vickers MG Collection & Research Association
Language

English

Creator(s)
Graham Sacker
Physical description

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NOTTAGE Harry A/Sergt 57512