Australian Groups

Lot 3893    Session 13 (2.30pm Friday)    Australian Groups

Estimate $2,000
Bid at live.noble.com.au
SOLD $3,100

GROUP OF FIVE: Military Medal (GVR); British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Defence Medal 1939-45. 4079 Pte J.G.Morgan 30/Aust:Inf on first three medals, 32215 J.J.Morgan on last two medals. All medals impressed. Very fine.

Joseph George Morgan. Enl.3May1916. M.M. C.G.11Dec1919. 'This man has carried out the duties of Battalion Runner with conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the period 16th-17th September and 31st Dec 1918-1st Jan 1919. He has served continuously with the unit during the abovenamed period, displaying at all times untiring energy and a cheerfulness which set a very fine example to the other runners of the unit. During the attack on the Hindenberg Line in September, he displayed great gallantry and a determination to succeed under most adverse circumstances. He repeatedly carried important messages through enemy barrages, and rendered very valuable services in acting as a guide to a company of the Battalion which was called on to take part in an operation at very short notice. The splendid spirit and courage displayed by this man at all times is deserving of special mention'. He was also recommended for the M.S.M. With some research.