BARR Robert 2/Lt

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Surname: BARR;

Forename(s): Robert;

Initials: R;

Rank: 2/Lt;

Resided in: Callander,Perthshire;

MGC Branch: Infantry;

MGC Unit: 88 Coy;

Other MGC Unit Served (1): 88 Coy;

Other MGC Unit Served (2): 29 Bn;

Awarded: MC;

Gallantry Notes: MC: For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When, by the capture of a position, the enemy had rendered the situation on the flank of the division very critical, this officer, who was in command of a sub section by his courage and able manner with which he handled his party largely contributed to the success with which the threatened flank was withdrawn. Though exposed to heavy shell fire, he repeatedly held on to positions after the infantry had retired, and he and his men were almost surrounded at short range. However, he was always able to extricate his guns and retire to the next position, being himself always the last to leave. (date of deed 07/06/1918);

Other Data: See photo & article: Emma Gee, Summer 2000
Photo: Machinegun Men - GS Archives (hardcopy, Folder 2)
mentioned going to AA course 5/2/1918
colleague of Sir JJ Paskin.;

Other Notes: MC: LG 16/9/1918;

Is photo available? Yes, see VMGCRA Patreon

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