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9 November 2022

Hammer Price:
£600

A Great War D.C.M. pair awarded to Lance-Corporal R. Millar, Gordon Highlanders

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (10088 L.Cpl. R. Millar. 2/Gord. Hdrs.); 1914 Star (10088 Pte. R. Millar. 1/Gord: Highrs.) very fine (2) £500-£700

D.C.M. London Gazette 25 November 1916:

‘For conspicuous gallantry in action. When one of three men who went forward with an officer to make a reconnaissance he showed great courage and skill under very heavy fire. Later, although wounded three times, he refused to leave his officer until the reconnaissance was completed.’

Ralph B. Millar served in France and Flanders from 14 September 1914. He was later promoted Sergeant.