Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Great War ‘German South West Africa 1914-15’ D.C.M. awarded to Sergeant Major J. Viljoen, Northern Transvaal Ruiters - the latter being regimentally unique

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (J.1221. S. Mjr: J. Viljoen. Northern Transvaal Ruiters.) number additionally engraved, rank and initial partially officially corrected, scratches in obverse field, therefore very fine £600-£800

D.C.M. London Gazette 22 August 1918:

‘For distinguished service in the Field, in connection with the campaign in German South West Africa, 1914-15.’

The original recommendation (for an M.S.M.) states:

‘An N.C.O. of the very best type whose grasp of his work and endless energy was frequently brought to my notice. His personality and splendid example was greatly responsible for the efficiency of the Regiment.’

Johannes Jacobus Viljoen resided at Swagerhoek, Lydenburg, and served as Sergeant Major with the Northern Transvaal Ruiters in German South West Africa, 1914-15.