Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Great War ‘1918’ D.C.M. group of four awarded to Sergeant J. Hockley, Motor Transport, Army Service Corps

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (MS-1585 Pte. - A. Sjt: - J. Hockley. M.T.A.S.C.); 1914 Star (MS-1585 Pte. J. Hockley. A.S.C.); British War and Victory Medals (MS-1585 Sjt. J. Hockley. A.S.C.) generally good very fine (4) £650-750

D.C.M. London Gazette 21 October 1918:

‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As transport serjeant he carried out his work with the most exceptional ability and zeal. In the execution of his duty he was constantly exposed to heavy shell fire, but always completed his task in spite of all difficulties.’