Battery was subjected to very heavy shell fire by 5.9 shells. (5208 Pte. 37/Aust: Inf:); British War and Victory Medals (2222 Cpl. Foreign Awards. 20/Aust: Inf:), M.M. London Gazette24 January 1919. Japanese troops then advanced overland on Wau, an Australian base that potentially threatened the Japanese positions at Salamaua and Lae. (4797 Pte. Single: Military Medal (GV) correctly impressed to 3761 L. CPL H. BATCHELOR 20/AUST; INF: Single: Military Medal, G.V.R. The original recommendation states:For continued gallantry and devotion to duty during the period 25th February 1918 to 31st December 1918. Buried in the Highland Cemetery, Roclincourt. He launched it following the collision of two Black Hawk helicopters during a training exercise in Townsville in 1996, which killed 18 soldiers. Corporal Cameron Baird, who received the VC posthumously for service in Afghanistan. WW2 SOUTH AFRICAN MEDAL GROUPING, WOUNDED IN ACTION PAYBOOK SAVED HIS LIFE. Those injured could wear a special clasp attached to the service medal, and family could wear something similar for someone killed. awarded to Corporal G. D. Thompson, 4th Light Trench Mortar Battery, Australian Artillery, Australian Imperial Force, later Lieutenant in the 14th Australian Infantry Battalion, Single: Military Medal, G.V.R. (19852 Bmbr: G. J. Irving. In July Briggs was sent to 1 Australian Auxiliary Hospital at Harefield, suffering from disability and a mental condition, to prepare him for his return to Sydney in September. 18/Aust: Inf: A Great War 1918 Somme M.M. He left Sydney for overseas service on 19 June, aboard HMAT A61 Kanowna. The original recommendation states:At Westhoek Ridge 20th September 1917 for conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty, when despite heavy shell fire he laid out telephone wires to the front line, and by repairing continual breaks, consequent upon enemy shell fire, he maintained communications throughout.A. He was drafted to the 45th Australian Infantry Battalion, A.I.F., and served with them in the French theatre of war from March 1917. at the best online prices at eBay! Those who have Operational service this DANGER is manifold to the utmost degree , then think of the precious lives lost during training mishaps , also the promising careers cut short by grievous injuries sustained in service. He was sent to camp in Palestine, followed by a transfer to the 24th Infantry Training Battalion on February 16, 1942, then a posting to 2/7th Infantry Battalion, 17th Brigade near Gaza on February 17th. Serong (now Brigadier, retired). M.M. G. D. Thompson. I wish to address the move to have a potential new award for defence personnel who have been killed, injured etc during service. Left cheek) wound received whilst earning his Military Medal. Private 886. Large items require shipping quote, Options available for local Perth pickup at our business in Swanbourne, 9 AM - 5 PM Monday to Friday9 AM - 1 PM Saturdays, Your payment information is processed securely. Sign up to The Sydney Morning Heralds newsletter here, The Ages here, Brisbane Times here, and WAtodays here. The least the gov can do is show them some recognition with a medal for their sacrifice against an enemy they sent them to fight. A.I.F. Managing Editor THE Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal will consider recognition for members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) who are injured, wounded or killed in or as a result of their service, and their families. London Gazette29 March 1919. The Battalion War Diary for this date records that the attack was successful, with the 47th Battalion suffering casualties of 3 officers and 22 other ranks killed, 2 officers and 85 other ranks wounded.Wells continued to serve with the Battalion in France, and was hospitalised suffering from lumbago, debility and trench fever. He returned to Australia in the S.SCommonwealth, 11 February 1919, and was discharged 28 July 1919. for his gallantry at July Farm, east of Wytschaete, Ypres, 13/14 March 1918. Mateship , camaraderie is the binder of us all. But it has no meaning. for his gallantry whilst serving with C Company during the Battle of Broodseinde, Ypres, 4 October 1917.King was gassed, 25 August 1918. When Ray Palmer wears the service medals awarded to his son, who was killed in 2010 when a US Black Hawk helicopter crash-landed on a night mission in Afghanistan, it leads to confusion on Anzac Day. Allen returned to Australia in SSMain,and was discharged 10 December 1919. Private O'Donnell embarked Freemantle, Western Australia for the Middle East, with infantry reinforcements, aboard the Transport US13 on November 7th, disembarking at Suez, Egypt on the 24th. Having embarked for the UK in November 1916, he arrived at Devonport in January 1917. 55 - Bn. During this operation, he was continuously under heavy artillery and machine gun fire, and was working until late in the morning. The Australian Army Training Team Vietnam (AATTV), affectionately known as "The Team", was raised and sent to Vietnam in 1962 initially under the command of Colonel F.P. Stars late pantographed 'VX53126 E.W.F. Well its been covered already. and Bar, M.M.] During the whole action he showed a daring and disregard for his own personal safety which was a distinct encouragement to his men and of great assistance to Lieutenant Moore. Single; Military Medal, G.V.R. Frank Nicholaswas born in Parkes, New South Wales, Australia. On the 8th August, the night of the attack by the 15th Battalion, he handled his men splendidly, and after having completed his firing he then remained at his gun through exceedingly heavy enemy barrage, and obtained the position of the advanced line of 15th Battalion and enemy position, thus enabling me to use my gun. He transferred to the 29th Australian Infantry Battalion in February 1918, and distinguished himself whilst serving with the Battalion on the Somme in July 1918. 11 BN. His grit was very fine and was an example to all the men.C. Single: Military Medal (GV) correctly impressed to 3177 Pte. Originally buried at White Chateau British Cemetery he was re-interred at the Adelaide British Cemetery, Villers Bretonneaux, France in 1919. London Gazette28 January 1918. I know there is a lot of pitfalls in the medal, there will be so many ya/nays that will be putting up stumbling blocks, you know what the nature of the beast is. North Atlantic Treaty Organization Medal with Clasp 'ISAF'. C. Wells. London Gazette11 December 1918. Your maximum bid should be the highest amount you're willing to pay for an item. Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester has directed the Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal to consider recognition for members of the ADF who are injured, wounded or killed in or as a result of their service. - A. E. Boyd. (454 Pte. During the operations at Peronne on 1st September 1918, his coolness and energy under heavy fire so cheered and inspired his comrades that the operation was helped to a great degree by his personal example., Trio: A Great War 1917 Ypres M.M. Presented to the next of kin to the international fighters and volunteers with the, This page was last edited on 12 January 2023, at 09:14. Two months later Briggs was discharged to the 5th Training Battalion, where he remained until he rejoined the 20th Battalion in France on 19 February 1917. He then organised stretcher squads and got all the wounded back. Taking the airfield at Wau was a crucial step in this process, and to this end, the 51st Division was transferred from Indochina and placed under General Hitoshi Imamura's Eighth Area Army at Rabaul; one regiment arrived at Lae in early January 1943. Ray and Pam Palmer, the parents of Scott Palmer, who died in a helicopter accident in Afghanistan in 2010. (2222 Pte. A.I.F.). Minor edge bruising overall, therefore very fine $3750, Trio: A Great War 1918 Somme M.M. He initially served on the strength of the 7th Australian Infantry Battalion, before briefly transferring to the 59th Battalion, and ultimately serving with the Australian Machine Gun Corps from March 1916.Allen was wounded in action in the French theatre of war, 19 July 1916 and 24 March 1917. I would put broader criteria to recognise the impact of service on those who served. A. E. Boyd 37 Bn. Click images to start slideshow. A. Briggs. The State of Victoria Gazette of Jan 29 1869 under "POST OFFICE" then "BALLARAT" shows him taken on strength of the Victorian Government in 1853 - the year before EUREKA. Long. The Crossword Solver finds answers to classic crosswords and cryptic crossword puzzles. He embarked for Egypt on H.M.A.T. He joined the 7th Battalion in France in July 1916. The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded to those wounded or killed while serving.Getty for gallantry in operations on the Somme, in particular at Dernancourt, 5 April 1918. 5 Bn. National Medal of Recognition for victims of terrorism, Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom, Swedish Armed Forces Medal for Wounded in Battle, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_wound_decorations&oldid=1133114435, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, For next of kin of members of the British Armed Forces killed in action or as a result of a terrorist attack after, For soldiers who participated in the capture of Major. ); British War and Victory Medals (19852 A-Sgt. A.S.C. F. Whitehead. He was wounded in action at Pozieres, 5 August 1916, and received a gunshot wound to the right arm and left knee at Bullecourt, 2 May 1917, Single: Military Medal, G.V.R. ); British War and Victory Medals (3481 Pte H. E. King. Your email address will not be published. F. Whithead. WW1 AUSTRALIAN TWICE WOUNDED IN ACTION MEDALS GRIFFITHS 11TH BATTALION POZIERS. When the barrage lifted, he was one of the first to enter the enemys position and received the prisoners from Lieutenant Moore. for his gallantry at Morlancourt, 19 May 1918, he was subsequently wounded in action, 31 May 1918, Single: Military Medal, G.V.R. If another auction participant places a bid for $125 dollars, the auction lot price will display $121 dollars having exceeded your previously submitted maximum bid by $1.00 dollar. Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester said following preliminary consultation and advice from the Council . 17 watchers . He was evacuated to the 6th Field Ambulance, then to a casualty clearing station, and finally to the 1st Australian General Hospital at Rouen, where he remained until the end of April 1918. 29/Aust: Inf:); 1914-15 Star(454 Dvr. correctly impressed to 1947 Gnr: F. Nicholas. I was just playing around with something of interest to me. M.M. The force as a whole suffered over 2,500 dead, 3,400 wounded and over 25,000 taken prisoner. (CPL on War Medal), Transferred to the 55th Bty 14th Brigade 16th March 1916, We offer $15 Express Post shipping within Australia and $25 for international shipping for all medals and badges. (5208 Pte. group of four awarded to Private A. F. Allen, 5th Battalion Australian Machine Gun Corps, Australian Imperial Force, who was wounded in action in 1916, 1917 and 1918, Military Medal, G.V.R. He received a gunshot wound to his left leg on 5 August, during the battalion's first major action at Pozieres, and was evacuated to the 3rd London General Hospital. 'For Wounds Received in Action': The History of the Purple Heart Medal August 5, 2021 by Jessie Kratz, posted in Military Records August 7 is National Purple Heart Day, which honors those who died or were wounded in the line of duty against an enemy. A. Delury. A.I.F. Delurywas born in Woolwich, Kent, in 1893. Hunstpill, in June 1916. 8. Minor edge nicks, generally very fine or better $4250, Trio:A Great War 1917 French theatre M.M. Change the design to remove the religious aspect, for example, use a poppy as the main feature, and remove references to god. Maybe the protocols and criteria for this should be observed and possibly considered by our powers to be. Bent. WIA/KIA: Initially classed as wounded 6thNovember 1917, then reported wounded/missing before he was finally reported Killed in Action after a court of inquiry into his death. Having served with many of our fallen, and those wounded and injured, I believe their medals should accurately record their service and sacrifice, and especially where they have made the ultimate sacrifice in death. Leslie submitted his design to CONTACT to add to the interest and debate and we thank him very much for thinking of us. A. By: Aust: A. Greek and Crete campaigns 1941. The surviving NOK proudly wear their deceased partners medals on their right side, and everyone distinctly knows that this person is a partner or family of a veteran who has passed on. He returned to Australia in January 1919, and was discharged, 2 May 1919. states:For conspicuous bravery. I think the money to produce these medals would be better spent on those who come home, but whos heads (and for some body parts) are still over there! The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded to those wounded or killed while serving.Credit:Getty, We know that of the many of the suicides we have seen in the veteran and defence community theres a much higher proportion for those that are medically discharged and I think the recognition of a clasp could have a big role for those who arent killed but are permanently affected by their service. Forces of the Empire of Japan sailed from Rabaul and crossed the Solomon Sea and, despite Allied air attacks, successfully reached Lae, where they disembarked. The battalion trained briefly in Egypt before arriving at Gallipoli in late August, where they defended Russell's Top until they were evacuated to Egypt in December.The battalion moved to France, for service on the Western Front in April 1916. Whilst the Battalion was in the line north of Villiers Bretonneux during the months of April and May 1918, his work was marked and won for him the admiration and confidence of all with whom he was associated. <<Colonel F.P. H.J.N. We regret the necessity to inform our many customers that we are in no way affiliated with JB Military Antiques, also of Perth. A.I.F. This year will be Mr Palmers 10th march in honour of his son, Private Scott Palmer. A. A. E. Allen. Wau is a village in the interior of the Papuan peninsula, approximately thirty miles southwest of Salamaua. Defence assists with NT flood evacuations, recognition for members of the ADF who are injured, wounded or killed, submit your design and thoughts to the Defence Honours and Awards Tribunal, Kapooka the Home of The Soldier turns 70. G. J. 29/Aust: Inf:); 1914-15 Star (454 Dvr. First authorized in 1926, the Soldier's Medal is an Army honor awarded for non-combat heroism. Following our publication of a story about Defence Honours and Awards Tribunal being tasked toconsider recognition for members of the ADF who are injured, wounded or killed in or as a result of their service, CONTACT received many messages, queries and suggestions. Four: Military Medal, G.V.R. (5418 Pte. group of four awarded to stretcher bearer, Private H. E. King, 5th Australian Infantry Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, who was gassed 25 August 1918Four: Military Medal, G.V.R. A.I.F. Why??? During the whole action he showed a daring and disregard for his own personal safety which was a distinct encouragement to his men and of great assistance to Lieutenant Moore. This NCO accompanied Lieutenant John Charles Moore [M.C. 18/Aust: Inf: M.M. A Great War 1918 Somme M.M. A Sergeant was lying wounded in no mans land and after three men had become casualties in the attempt to get the wounded N.C.O. In continued fighting after the battle, Private O'Donnell was Wounded in Action, suffering gunshot wounds to his left arm, left thigh and right knee on February 3, 1943. 7/Bn. No to a new medal. He enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force, 1 October 1914. When you consider that, in its most basic terms, the primary purpose of a medal is to show where youve been and how well you did what you did, in my opinion, the KIA medal is useless. He was drafted to the 45th Australian Infantry Battalion, A.I.F., and served with them in the French theatre of war from March 1917.Long was twice wounded in action, including a gunshot wound to the shoulder and right arm on 30 May 1917, and a severe gunshot wound to the left arm on another occasion. fire. A. E. Allen. I wish to recommend Thompson for distinction. Military Medal correctly impressed2052 PTE A. COOPER 42/AUST INFand British War and Victory Medals correctly impressed to2052 PTE A. W. BROWNE 42 BN. Accompanied by assorted research papers. Stars and Stripes Newspaper, Pacific Edition Images of the Stars and Stripes newspaper distributed to U.S. servicemen and women in the Pacific, 1945-1963. Note: No citation can be found at this stage (worthy of further research). (1063 Cpl. impressed to. He enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force, in November 1915. CRACKER', medals late 1960s officially impressed 'VX53126 E.W. All through the attack and afterwards he worked on in no mans land, brining in wounded under heavy enemy shell fire.Fred Whiteheadwas born in Mirboo North, Victoria, Australia in 1894. 55/Aust: Inf:); British War and Victory Medals (5418 Pte. When wanted he was always on the job and apart from his personal work was invaluable in directing the work of other stretcher bearers of B Company. A Great War 1918 Western Front M.M. Fraser returned to Australia in December 1918, and was discharged in January 1919. The original recommendation states:Morlancourt, on the night of 28th/29th July 1918. Typically it implies that they are temporarily or permanently incapable of bearing arms or continuing to fight. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Corporal Boyd has proved himself a splendid and dauntless leader under the most trying and perilous circumstances.A. The Wound Badge (German: Verwundetenabzeichen) was a German military decoration first promulgated by Wilhelm II, German Emperor on 3 March 1918, which was first awarded to soldiers of the German Army who were wounded during World War I.Between the world wars, it was awarded to members of the German armed forces who fought on the Nationalist side of the Spanish Civil War, 1938-39, and . The original recommendation states:Whilst moving into position for attack in front of Villers Bretonneux at5 a.m.on the morning of 8th August 1918, Private Allen received nasty wounds in the arm. Contact Publishing Pty Ltd is an independent veteran owned and operated Australian publishing business that curates this daily blog, a fortnightly newsletter and a quarterly magazine only available by subscribing free (above). Were working to restore it. Confirming Private Harriss statement to be true and correct, Cpl Watsons body was exhumed at the first possible opportunity and he now rests in the Passchendaele New British Cemetery (six and half miles N. E. from Ypres). A.I.F.). 5/Aust: Inf:); 1914-15 Star (3481 Pte H. E. King. free postage . ); 1914-15 Star (4875 Dvr. A.I.F. The Crossword Solver found 30 answers to "Wounded in action medal (6,5)", 11 letters crossword clue. His conduct throughout was most distinguished.George Dominic Thompsonwas born in Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne in 1893. 8/Bde: Aust: F.A. Trio: Military Medal, British War Medal and Victory Medal. I believe this is a valid purpose for the introduction of another medal or clasp. FILE PHOTO: Tennis - Australian Open - Men's Singles Final - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 29, 2023 Serbia's Novak Djokovic in action during his final match against Greece's Stefanos Other correspondence CONTACT received in response to our story ranged from I got medevaced from Nam in 68 before I served my full tour do I qualify? to No ffing way next thing ya know well look like ffing Yanks to I heard of a Yank getting a Purple Heart for shell fragment in the eye but he was a cook and the shell fragment was from an egg. The Battalion War Diary for this date records that all objectives were taken and consolidated, with the 25th Battalion suffering casualties of one officer and 32 other ranks killed, one officer and 9 other ranks died of wounds, 3 officers and 135 other ranks wounded and 4 other ranks missing. Strength of raiding party - one officer and twenty other ranks., A Great War 1916 Somme M.M. A.I.F. Strength of raiding party - one officer and twenty other ranks.Albert Leopold Fraserwas born in Bendigo, Victoria in 1896. I also noticed no WIA medal..? );British War and Victory Medals(19852 A-Sgt. A. Delury. (4875 Dvr: R. Loton. C. McCabe. Its a bit like the ADM. started of a recognition for full time regs who completed there minimum 3-6 or 4 year contract then people cried and the goal post moved to those who couldnt complete there minimum term and then some more people cried and then Nashos got it along with the Nashos gong and now the ADM isnt worth shit ! He died in December 1961. G .J. The original recommendation (jointly listed with Gunners A. E. Schmidt and A. Woodington) states: For most conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the night of 17th/18th March 1918, when during a heavy hostile gas and high explosive bombardment of the battery near Norfolk Bridge on the Ypres-Comines Canal, North East of St. Eloi, a gun pit was ignited by an enemy shell and severe damage was threatened. To me, a move towards something around this would be more beneficial to those who are left living. With respect what a waste of money! One week after his discharge from hospital, he was posted to Brisbane Depot on November 15th. Pair: British War Medal and Victory Medal both correctly impressed LIEUT. He served with the Battery in the French theatre of war from July 1916, and distinguished himself on the Somme during the following month. A.I.F. $4,250 He stayed behind with Lieutenant Moore and helped this officer to carry in a wounded man under heavy machine gun fire. As for Nashos being eligible yes, quite a few have raised the inequity in them being issued two medals for the price of one service. Click the answer to find similar crossword clues . He was initially evacuated to Port Moresby, then evacuated from Port Moresby to Australia aboard the 2/1st Hospital Ship Manunda, arriving in Brisbane, Queensland on February 19th, where he was admitted to the 114th Australian General Hospital, where his left arm was amputated. A.I.F.) The result of the work of the Drivers was that the Battery had 8000 rounds on the morning of the attack (4/10/17) of which they had salved 1000 rounds.Roy Lotonwas born in Ballarat, Victoria in 1896. Naming is officially impressed. The thought that immediately comes to mind , based on the question: what is a medal for? is why? A.I.F. London Gazette16 July 1918. ); British War and Victory Medals (3481 Pte H. E. King. A. Credit: Supplied. A.I.F. He was discharged in Australia in May 1919. Lance Corporal Thorpe was awarded the Military Medal and promoted to corporal for his conspicuous courage and leadership he showed during operations at Broodseinde, near Ypres, in Belgium, on the night of 4-5 October 1917. M.M. The original recommendation (jointly listed with Private S. T. C. Izard) states:These men, as stretcher bearers, showed great coolness and devotion to duty in the operations of the 4th October 1917 in the vicinity of Zonnebeke east of Ypres. Note: There is an unopened Vocational Training file in National Archives (1920). By having the notation on the medal already awarded together with the bar gives some closure and shows the completed history of service. The Kia cant wear it, the WIA should wear it but what about those injured during there war service !! Regarding the inquiry into recognition for members and families of members of the Australian Defence force who are injured, wounded or killed in or as a result of service. Single: Military Medal (GV) correctly impressed to3177 Pte. E. Boydwas born in Yarrawonga, Victoria, Australia. G. W. KEELER. Prominent among them was an old-fashioned snail-mail letter from one Leslie Edgar Anderson of Perth, Western Australia, submitting a copy of a design he created 10 years ago (image above). This NCO accompanied Lieutenant John Charles Moore [M.C.