Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Army Meritorious Service Medal, G.V.R., 1st issue (14257 C.S. Mjr. G. Briggs, 10/Notts. & Derby. R.) good vey fine
£100-140

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A fine Collection of Medals to the Sherwood Foresters.

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M.S.M. London Gazette 18 January 1919. ‘... in recognition of valuable services rendered with the Armies in France & Flanders.’

Private George Briggs, Noots & Derby Regiment, entered the France/Flanders theatre of war on 14 July 1915. Was additionally awarded the 1914-15 Star trio. Transferred to Class ‘Z’ Reserve on 11 February 1919. With copied m.i.c.