British and World Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Great War D.C.M. group of four awarded to Sergeant S. L. Ridgway, 8th West Riding Regiment

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (12439 Sjt. S. L. Ridgway, 8/W. Rid. R.); 1914-15 Star (12439 L-Cpl. S. L. Ridgeway, W. Rid. R.); British War and Victory Medals (12439 A.C.Sjt. S. L. Ridgway, W. Rid. R.) mounted as worn, the first with repaired suspension which no longer swivels, edge bruising and contact marks but generally very fine (4) £800-1000

D.C.M. London Gazette 17 April 1918:

‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty and consistent good work. He invariably displayed coolness, courage and powers of leadership. On one occasion he led his platoon with great success when his platoon commander became a casualty.’