Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

Three: Leading Stoker R. Prout, Royal Navy, who was commended for his good work at the Battle of Jutland, whilst serving in H.M.S. Lion

1914-15 Star (K.13285, R. Prout, Sto.1., R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (K.13285 R. Prout. L. Sto. R.N.) very fine (3) £80-£100

Reginald Prout, a Motor Fitter from Plymouth, Devon, was born on 2 October 1893. He attested into the Royal Navy on 24 November 1911 and served during the Great War in H.M.S. Lion, in which ship he was commended for his good work at the Battle of Jutland (London Gazette 15 September 1916). Advanced Leading Stoker on 20 May 1919, he was shore discharged on 26 July 1921.