Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Pair: Corporal I. Davidson, 2nd Battalion, Scots Guards, who was awarded an M.I.D. for gallantry on the night of 13/14 June 1982 during the Battle of Mount Tumbledown

General Service 1962-2007, 1 clasp, Northern Ireland (24164306 Gdsm. I. Davidson SG.); South Atlantic 1982, with rosette and M.I.D. oak leaf (24164306 Cpl I Davidson SG) obverse of first medal heavily polished therefore about fine, otherwise good very fine (2) £2000-2600

M.I.D. London Gazette 8 October 1982.

The original recommendation states:

‘On the night of 13/14 June 1982, on the Island of East Falkland, the 2nd Battalion, Scots Guards attacked well entrenched enemy positions on the craggy ridge feature of Tumbledown Mountain, seven kilometres to the west of Port Stanley.

During the assault, Lance Sergeant Davidson’s section became pinned down by accurate enemy sniper fire. Showing a total disregard for his own safety, Lance Sergeant Davidson moved amongst his men encouraging them and steadying them. Inspired by his courageous example, they fought their way forward and destroyed two enemy positions.

For his courage under fire and selfless leadership, Lance Sergeant Davidson is strongly recommended for Mention in Despatches.’

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