Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Second War ‘North West Europe’ B.E.M. group of five awarded to Corporal W. A. Robertson, Royal Army Service Corps

British Empire Medal, (Military) G.VI.R., 1st issue (3599248 Cpl. William A. Robertson. R.A.S.C.) on original mounting pin; 1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; War Medal 1939-45; Efficiency Medal, G.VI.R., 1st issue, Territorial (T/3599248. Cpl. W. A. Robertson. R.A.S.C.), nearly extremely fine (5) £200-£240

B.E.M. London Gazette 24 January 1946:
‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in North West Europe.’

The original Recommendation states: ‘This N.C.O. was a member of the HQ since its formation. From the earliest days it was realised that the maintenance of the transport of this HQ was an exceptionally arduous task and one which normally would not have been left to a junior N.C.O. However, the Camp Commandant was already fully occupied and the maintenance of transport had to be left entirely in the hands of this N.C.O.
As the Lines of Communication increased and staff officers had to travel long distances daily, the strain on transport grew to danger level. This N.C.O., by ceaseless work and organisation and great devotion to duty has managed to keep all vehicles in serviceable condition over a long period and, due to his care, no staff officer at this HQ has ever been refused transport at any time. This has meant continual and continuous working of very long hours with little opportunity for time off or relaxation. No-one in these Headquarters has worked harder or more cheerfully than Corporal Robertson, and the high standard that he has set for himself and demanded from others has been a true source of inspiration not only to those working under him, but to his superiors as well.’

William Alexander Robertson was serving with Headquarters, 11 Lines of Communication Area, Royal Army Service Corps when he was awarded his British Empire Medal.