Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A good Great War M.M. group of three awarded to Private T. Hirst, 1st Battalion, Tank Corps, for the attack at Beaucourt-en-Santerre on 8 August 1918

Military Medal, G.V.R. (201804 Pte., 1/Tank C.) surname spelt ‘Herst’ on this medal; British War and Victory Medals (201804 Pte., Tank Corps) first with tightened suspension claw, edge bruising and polished, therefore good fine, Great War pair good very fine (3) £400-500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of Medals to the Tank Corps formed by the late Bill Green.

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M.M. London Gazette 11 February 1919. The recommendation states ‘For great endurance and devotion to duty on 8 August 1918, near Beaucourt-en-Santerre. As first driver of his tank, although badly wounded in the face, he continued to drive right through the action. His skilfull driving throughout the day enabled the gunners to use their guns to the best advantage. His endurance and courage were an example to the remainder of the crew.’