CURTIS Frank 2/Lt

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Surname: CURTIS;

Forename(s): Frank;

Initials: F;

Rank: 2/Lt;

Previous Number: 3876;

Previous Battalion: 28 of;

Previous Regiment: London Regt;

MGC Branch: Infantry;

MGC Unit: 6 Bn;

Awarded: MC;

Gallantry Notes: MC:For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty,during a hostile attack, when in command of four forward guns, which he controlled with great courage and skill. After all his guns had been destroyed by shellfire he took command of another battery whose officer had been wounded, and when the infantry in this sector had been ordered to retire, he covered the withdrawal with his guns. Throughout the day he set a splendid example of courage and cheerfullness.;

Other Data: disch to Commsn 29/12/1916
wounded - war diary 17/10/1918;

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

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