Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Second War ‘Second Battle of El Alamein’ ‘Immediate’ M.M. group of five awarded to Acting Corporal T. L. Marshall, Royal Engineers, who, from 24 to 29 October 1942, ‘under heavy shellfire showed great coolness and presence of mind clearing and locating enemy minefields’

Military Medal, G.VI.R. (2014776 A. Cpl. T. L. Marshall. R.E.); 1939-45 Star; Africa Star, 1 copy clasp, 8th Army; Italy Star; War Medal 1939-45, with M.I.D. oak leaf, minor edge bruise to MM, nearly extremely fine (5) £700-£900

M.M. London Gazette 25 February 1943.

The original Recommendation states: ‘Sapper Marshall was in command of five sappers and one “White” Armoured Scout Car. Under heavy shellfire he showed great coolness and presence of mind clearing and locating enemy minefields. Later, when his section had three casualties he got a doctor and successfully evacuated them and continued the work of clearing mines. At all times he showed great personal courage and powers of leadership.’

M.I.D. London Gazette 29 November 1945:
‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Italy’

Thomas Lerken Marshall served with the Royal Engineers during the Second World War, and was awarded an Immediate M.M. in respect of the above cited deeds whilst serving in 6 Field Squadron, Royal Engineers, 24th Armoured Brigade, 10th Armoured Division, during the first five days of the Second Battle of El-Alamein.

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