The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria

A Great War ‘Western Front’ D.C.M. awarded to Sergeant F. Dickinson, 13th Battalion, Middlesex Regiment, who died of wounds on the Western Front on 25 March 1918

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (4635 Sjt: F. Dickinson. 13/Middx: R.) extremely fine £600-£800

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria.

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Provenance: J. B. Hayward, December 1966.

D.C.M. London Gazette 1 January 1918; citation published 17 April 1918:
‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty and consistent good work during a long period. He rendered valuable service during several important engagements, and has always set a magnificent example to his men.’

Frank Dickinson was born in Heaton Park, Lancashire, and and attested for the Middlesex Regiment at Bury, Lancashire. He served with the 13th Battalion during the Great War on the Western Front from 1 September 1915, and died of wounds on 25 March 1918. He is buried in Rosieres British Cemetery, France.