Lot 2576

Sale 131 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

South Africa, Pair: British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal 1914-19 with MID. Capt. F.Flowers. Both medals impressed. Toned, second medal with some carbon spotting, otherwise very fine.

MID; Fourth Supplement to LG 6/8/1918, p9222 - East Africa - for distinguished service during the operations from 30th May to December, 1917 - South African Engineers - Lt. F. Flowers, S.A. Pnr. Bn.

Frank Flowers, appt'd Lieut, S.A. Pioneers 10May1916; Emb.Durban for East Africa 30Jun1916; Disemb.10Jul1916 at Kilindini; Acting Adjutant and Acting Captain 18Nov1917; relinquished rank of Capt 05Jan1918 on return to South Africa; released from service 07Jul1918 retaining rank of Lieut.

With research and copy of Service file.

Estimate
$80
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$130

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