Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Second War 1941 ‘Western Desert’ M.M. awarded to Corporal J. Horsfield, Royal Fusiliers

Military Medal, G.VI.R. (6458620 Cpl. J. Horsfield. R. Fus.) edge bruise and light pitting, very fine £600-£800

M.M. London Gazette 25 April 1941:
‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in the Middle East.’

The Recommendation states: ‘Corporal Horsfield was ordered by Captain Wilson to take his Carrier forward and attack a strong point which was holding up the advance of the 3/1st Punjab Regiment. He advanced in the face of intense anti-tank and machine gun fire. His driver was killed and he was wounded, but not before the post was captured. This action was noted by the Officer Commanding, 3/1st Punjab Regiment, and was personally commended by him.’