Lot 3929

Description

New Zealand. Group of Seven. 1939-45 Star; Africa Star (8th Army);Italy Star;Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45(MID); New Zealand War Service Medal;War Medal 1940-41 (Greece). Unnamed as issued, but attributed to Lieutenant Herbert Matthews. Very Fine.

Lieutenant Selwyn Herbert Matthews 2NZEF. MID (1) LG 8 July 1941: 'For gallant and distinguished service in the Middle East.(2) LG 1 January 1944: 'For gallant and distingushed service in Italy.' Together with: group of six miniatures, mounted for wear; NZEF cap and collar badges; NZASC shoulder titles; shooting medal; soldier's pay books (3). Extensive research, including copies of: members History Sheet (which confirms awards) with promotions and postings; copies of the NZ Government Gazette; two 2NZEF MID Certificates; official correspondence relating to his military career; telegram to next of kin advising of MID; NSMF Posting Orders; War Pension Certificate; Medal entitlement Advice; photographs of recipient in military uniform and in civilian life; numerous letters to and from recipient, mostly whilst on active service; notification of his death on 31 March 1987; and copy of 'Journey Towards Christmas'- 1st Ammunition Company 2nd NZEF History.