Four: Leading Seaman E. G. Clare, Royal Navy

1914-15 Star (J. 17327. E. G. Clare. A.B., R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (J. 17327 E. G. Clare. A.B. R.N.); Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., G.V.R., 2nd issue, fixed suspension (K. 17327 E. G. Clare. L.S. H.M.S Ramillies.) mounted for display, worn, fine (4) £80-£120

Edward George Clare was born in Brentwood, Essex in June 1895. He joined the Royal Navy as a Boy 2nd Class in May 1912, and advanced to Able Seaman in May 1914. Clare served with H.MS. Patrol (cruiser), January 1914 - April 1915, during which time she was badly damaged during the German bombardment of Hartlepool (16 December 1914). Subsequent service included with H.M.S. Duncan (battleship).

Clare advanced to Leading Seaman in May 1924 (awarded L.S. & G.C. in August 1928).