Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Great War ‘Western Front’ D.C.M. group of four awarded to Sergeant Major F. Lundy, Military Mounted Police, late Squadron Sergeant Major, 18th Hussars

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (P-4712 L. Cpl F. Lundy. M.M.P.); 1914 Star, with clasp (6465 L. Cpl. F. Lundy. 18/Hrs.); British War and Victory Medals (6465 A. Sjt. F. Lundy. 18-Hrs.) mounted for display, generally very fine (4) £800-£1,000

D.C.M. London Gazette 13 February 1917:

‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He performed good work throughout the campaign, and at all times set a splendid example.’

F. Lundy served during the Great War with the 18th Hussars in the French theatre of war from 15 August 1914. He advanced to Acting Squadron Sergeant Major before transferring to the Military Mounted Police in October 1915.

1 of 34 D.C.M.’s to the Military Mounted Police for the Great War.