A Second World War B.E.M. awarded to Sergeant Thomas Reed, Royal Army Service Corps

British Empire Medal, (Military) G.VI.R., 1st issue (T/73616 Sgt., R.A.S.C.); together with three identity disks, medal nearly extremely fine (4) £200-240

B.E.M. London Gazette 21 June 1945. The recipient came from Newcastle-on-Tyne.

Recommendation states: ‘This N.C.O. disembarked on D1 in charge of 24 O.R.s and 2 task sections and was detached for some considerable time from his platoon officer. During the building of 36 bridges by this platoon Sgt. Reed has on many occasions been in command of a detachment on important operations. Many of these operations have been conducted under enemy fire, he has at all times carried out his duty in an exemplary manner, and has gained the complete confidence and trust of his platoon officer and men. He has frequently carried the responsibilities exceeding his rank to entire satisfaction, at all times he has proved himself an able leader, of sound judgement and capable of making an instant decision. In view of the outstanding service rendered by this N.C.O. during the past six months he is strongly recommended for an award.’

With copied gazette extract and recommendation.