Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Victory Medal 1914-19 (Lieut. J. J. Bowen) extremely fine £80-100

M.C. London Gazette 16 September 1918: ‘Temporary Lieutenant Joseph Jones Bowen, 18th Battalion, Welsh Regt. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When the line was being heavily attacked, and in danger of being broken, this officer took charge of the reserve company of the battalion, and so organised the line as to stop further withdrawal. He also made a reconnaissance to the front, and brought back valuable information. His energy and determination during a week’s fighting were an example to all.’

Lieutenant Joseph Jones Bowen, 18th Battalion, Welsh regiment, was killed in action on 9 April 1918, and is buried in Rue de Bois Military Cemetery, Fleurbaix, Pas de Calais, France.