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TRENT William Ayliffe Lieut
Catalogue reference: SKR/DAT/IP/27770
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This record is about the TRENT William Ayliffe Lieut dating from 2000-2024.
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SKR/DAT/IP/27770
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Title (The name of the record)
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TRENT William Ayliffe Lieut
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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: TRENT;
Forename(s): William Ayliffe;
Initials: WA;
Rank: Lieut;
MGC Branch: Infantry;
MGC Unit: 24 Bn;
Date abroad: 01-Mar-1918;
Awarded: MC;
Gallantry Notes: MC: For conspicuous gallantry and devotion in command of two guns at an important part of a line of defence. Although he had been subjected to an intense bombardment, when the enemy attacked he showed magnificent determination in fighting his guns, and in spite of the proximity of the enemy, made possible by a mist, he held them off for more than four hours, even when surrounded on three sides. It was greatly due to his personal courage and ability that he held on to his position for so long and that the enemy attack was disorganised.;
Other Data: MC confirmed in War Diary 13/6/1918
address: Winn Lodge, Winn Rd, Lee, London SE;Other Notes: MC: LG 16/9/1918;
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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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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- 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=skr27770 . 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/caf75748-4372-4938-bada-ec69a4440946/
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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TRENT William Ayliffe Lieut