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BROCKBANK Frederick Arthur Lieut

Catalogue reference: SKR/DAT/IP/27363

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SKR/DAT/IP/27363
Title
BROCKBANK Frederick Arthur Lieut
Date
2000-2024
Description

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Surname: BROCKBANK;

Forename(s): Frederick Arthur;

Initials: FA;

Rank: Lieut;

MGC Branch: Infantry;

MGC Unit: 104 Coy;

Awarded: MC;

Gallantry Notes: MC: For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On two occasions he disposed of his guns so as to enfilade the attackers and thus held up the enemy's advance and enabled the infantry to withdraw in perfect order. He displayed great initiative and resource, and remained in one position until finallly his retirement had to be covered by the cavalry machine guns.;

Other Data: 28/7/1917 - evacuated to Base sick, from 104 Coy;

Other Notes: MC: LG 26/7/1918;

END OF RECORD.

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Vickers MG Collection & Research Association
Language
English
Creator(s)
Graham Sacker
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BROCKBANK Frederick Arthur Lieut