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HICKS F Dvr 143971
Catalogue reference: SKR/DAT/IP/27495
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This record is about the HICKS F Dvr 143971 dating from 2000-2024.
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Reference (The unique identifier to the record described, used to order and refer to it)
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SKR/DAT/IP/27495
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Title (The name of the record)
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HICKS F Dvr 143971
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Date (When the record was created)
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2000-2024
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Description (What the record is about)
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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: HICKS;
Forename(s): F;
Initials: F;
Number: 143971;
Rank: Dvr;
Resided in: Elcombe, Wroughton;
MGC Branch: Infantry;
MGC Unit: 33 Bn;
Other MGC Unit Served (1): 33 Bn;
Other MGC Unit Served (2): 37 Bn;
Awarded: MM;
Gallantry Notes: War Diary 33 Bn (Narrative of Operations Apr 1918): "the mounted orderlies in particular did very fine work, Drivers McKay, Hicks & Taylor riding through the infantry outposts under heavy fire, time after time carrying out valauable reconnaisance and always making it possible for gaps in our lines to be immedaitely filled"
Specially noted for splendid work during the operations (April 1918 - Neuve Eglise) War Diary 33 Bn - Narrative of Operations;
Other Data: MM noted in war diary 29/5/1918
Doc(FMP) ex 6 Conv Dep Etaples 15/7/1918 Varic Veins;Other Notes: MM: LG 29/8/1918;
END OF RECORD.
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Held by (Who holds the record)
- Vickers MG Collection & Research Association
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Language (The language of the record)
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English
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Creator(s) (The creator of the record)
- Graham Sacker
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Physical description (The amount and form of the record)
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1 digital record
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Access conditions (Information on conditions that restrict or affect access to the record)
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Users to read Finding Aids page. Further information may contain GDPR-protected information and not be released. Appointment required for access or paid research.
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Unpublished finding aids (A note of unpublished indexes, lists or guides to the record)
- Finding Aids page on VMGCRA Website: https://vickersmg.blog/about/research/mgcdatabase/. Additional material may be available for VMGCRA Patreon subscribers at: https://www.patreon.com/vickersmg/posts?filters%5Btag%5D=skr27495 . Ensure you are logged in to check. Subscribe from £3 per month.
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Record URL
- https://beta.nationalarchives.gov.uk/catalogue/id/93f2e8aa-ab1b-4c9a-9822-c0b153cabb9f/
Series information
SKR/DAT/IP
Machine Gun Corps Database
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Catalogue hierarchy
This record is held at Vickers MG Collection & Research Association
Within the fonds: SKR.2025.11
Machine Gun Corps Database Collection
Within the series: SKR/DAT/IP
Machine Gun Corps Database
Within the file: SKR/DAT/IP
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HICKS F Dvr 143971