Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Second War ‘Minesweeping Operations’ D.S.M. awarded to Acting Chief Engineer H. A. Campbell, Royal Naval Reserve

Distinguished Service Medal, G.VI.R. (LT/X. 6083E.S. H. A. Campbell. A/Ch. Engn. R.N.R.) good very fine £600-£800

D.S.M. London Gazette 13 April 1943:
‘For bravery and skill while serving in H.M. Ships ... Welsbach ..., while these ships were employed on the hazardous duties of keeping the seas clear of mines.’

Herbert Arthur Campbell served during the Second World War in H.M.S. Welsbach, and was awarded his D.S.M. for Minesweeping Operation on 18 January 1943.

Sold together with the recipient’s Certificate of Identity confirming the award of a gratuity of £20 to accompany the award of his D.S.M.