A Great War D.C.M. awarded to Driver H. Kirby, North Midlands Brigade, Royal Field Artillery

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (800200 Dvr: H. Kirby. B.1/N.M. Bde: R.F.A. - T.F.) nearly extremely fine £400-500

D.C.M. London Gazette 1 January 1918; citation 17 April 1918:

‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He always volunteered for any dangerous work. By his personal courage and keenness in all circumstances he set an excellent example to others on many occasions.’