Awards of the Distinguished Service Order (DSO)
The Honorable Eric Octavius Campbell, DSO & Bar, Lieutenant-Colonel. (Stackpole Elidor)
Eric's first award was awarded in the London Gazette of 23 March 1915. He gained a Bar to his Distinguished Service Order in 1918, and was also Mentioned in Despatched twice. Sadly Eric had been invalided home, and died on 4 June, 1918. He is buried at Stackpole Elidor Churchyard, in the Cawdor plot.
Captain Francis Newton Allen Cromie, CB, DSO, Royal Navy, Naval Attache, Petrograd. (Haverfordwest).
Francis was the holder of the DSO, which was awarded; 'In recognition of his services in command of British submarines operating in the Baltic Sea'. He was also awarded the Chevalier, Legion of Honour; Order of St. Vladimir with Swords (Russia) and the Cross of St. George (Russia). He died in Archangel on 31 August 1918. He was further honoured after his death; 'The KING has been graciously pleased to approve of the posthumous honour of a Companionship of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath (Military Division) being conferred on the late Commander (acting Captain) Francis Newton Allen Cromie, D.S.O., R.N., in recognition of his distinguished services in the Allied Cause in Russia, and of the devotion to duty which he displayed in remaining at his post as British Naval Attache in Russia when the British Embassy was withdrawn. This devotion to duty cost him his life.'
Lieutenant-Colonel John Plunkett Verney Hawksley, DSO, MID, 110 Brigade, Royal Field Artillery. (Caldy Island, Tenby).
John had served in the South African and Sudan campaigns, and was the holder of the DSO, which was listed in the London Gazette of 11 January 1916. He was also awarded the Order of the Osmanieh (4th Class). John was killed on the Somme on 8 August 1916.
Lieutenant-Colonel Leoline Jenkins, DSO, MC & Bar, Royal Air Force, South Eastern H.Q. (Formerly Dorsetshire then Royal Garrison Artillery), (Tenby).
Leoline was the holder of the DSO and the MC (LG 3 June 1916) and Bar. The citation for his second MC, in the London Gazette of 22 September 1916, read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and skill. He has done much fine work for the artillery, often under very difficult circumstances. On one occasion he flew for a long time at a very low altitude under continual machine-gun fire.'
Lieutenant-Colonel Ronald Hastings Lascelles, DSO, MID, Royal Horse Artillery, (Narberth).
Ronald had served in the South African War, and was the holder of the DSO, which was listed in the London Gazette on 1 January 1916. He died of pneumonia, brought on by his service during the Great War on 16 February 1919.
Lieutenant-Colonel Hugh Thomas Kay Robinson, DSO & Two Bars, 13th Battalion, Royal Sussex Regiment, (Walwyn's Castle).
Hugh was the commander of 13th Sussex, and won the DSO three times during his time at war. The third award was listed in the London Gazette of 13 September 1918 and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty while commanding a composite battalion. He handled his battalion, in such a way as to prevent the enemy entering a gap in the line, and so turning the right flank of the division. Later, when in command of another battalion, he, by skilful leadership and courageous example, caused the enemy's advance to be checked at a critical moment with heavy loss.' (His first DSO was gazetted 4 June 1917, and his 1st Bar gazetted 17 December 1917). He was killed during the German Offensive in Flanders on 26 April 1918.
Lieutenant Colonel George Julian Ryan, DSO, 2nd Battalion, Royal Munster Fusiliers, (Tenby).
George had served in the South African and Sudan campaigns, and had risen through the ranks to command the 2nd Munsters during the Great War. He was the holder of the DSO, which was awarded for his service in South Africa, and listed in the London Gazette of 27 September 1901, and the Order of the Medjidie (Turkey). George was killed on 23 January 1915.
Major Francis George Wynne, DSO, 2nd Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, (Hundleton).
Francis was the holder of the DSO, which was listed in the London Gazette of 26 September 1916, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in action. When the enemy, in overwhelming numbers, attacked our trenches, he remained at his post, though wounded and unable to stand, until the enemy were beaten off. He not only commanded his own company, but took charge of another, the officers of which had become casualties.' Francis was killed during the German Offensive in Flanders on 10 April 1918.
Awards of the Distinguished Service Medal (DSM)
L/1943 Chief Steward John Charles Chudley, DSM and Bar, Royal Navy, HMS Prize. (Milford Haven).
John's first award of the DSM was listed in the London Gazette of 22 June 1917. His second award was listed in the London Gazette of 14 September 1917. John was killed on 14 August 1917.
193429 Petty Officer William John Davey, DSM, Royal Navy, HMS Lucia. (Pembroke Dock).
William's award was listed in the London Gazette of 8 August 1919. He died on 3 July 1920.
344865 Shipwright William John Davies, DSM, Royal Navy, HMS Lancaster. (Pembroke Dock).
William's award was listed in the London Gazette of 17 September 1918. He died on 26 February 1919 and is buried at Pembroke Dock (Llanion) Cemetery.
92ES Chief Engineman George Samuel Dunn, DSM, Royal Naval Reserve, HM Drifter Silvery Harvest. (Milford Haven).
George's award was listed in the London Gazette of 5 April 1918. He was drowned through a collision off Berry Head on 16 May 1918.
J/48097 Ordinary Telegraphist Henry Thomas Henshall, DSM, Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Prize. (Milford Haven).
Henry's award was listed in the London Gazette of 14 September 1917. He died on 14 August 1917 and is commemorated on the Chatham Naval Memorial.
222863 Petty Officer George James Jarrett, DSM and Bar, Royal Navy, HMS Prize. (Milford Haven).
George's first award was listed in the London Gazette of 22 June 1917. His Bar was listed in the Gazette of 14 September 1917. George was killed alongside Henry Henshall on 14 August 1917, and is commemorated on the Plymouth Naval Memorial.
Awards of the Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)
Master Henry Johns, Mercantile Marine, SS Haslingden. (Solva).
Henry was awarded his Distinguished Service Cross for War Services, in the London Gazette of 16 November 1917. He died on 12 May 1918.
Awards of the Military Cross (MC)
Major David Ithel Ellis, MC, 285 Brigade, Royal Field Artillery. (Milford).
David's award of the MC was published in the London Gazette of 14 September 1917, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when under an intense and accurate hostile bombardment of his battery. He worked incessantly throughout the night in order to keep his guns in action, by his splendid personal example and devotion keeping up the spirits of his men under circumstances of an exceptionally trying nature. On several occasions he has been the life and soul of his battery under the heaviest shellfire, restoring confidence and cheerfulness at a time when they were most difficult to maintain.' He was killed later in the war.
Lieutenant-Colonel George Everard Hope, MC, 1/8th Battalion, Lancashire Fusiliers. (Solva).
George had served in the Grenadier Guards before being given command of 1/8th Lancashire Fusiliers. The details of his MC award cannot presently be traced, but he was killed on 10 October 1917 and buried at Ramscappelle Road Military Cemetery.
Captain Stuart Leslie Keppel-Palmer, MC, 3rd Light Battalion, Tank Corps. (Haverfordwest).
Stuart's award was printed in the London Gazette of 9 January 1918, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As Section Commander he led his section with the greatest gallantry, and when his "flag tank" was out of action he joined another one until it became ditched. Being unable to get it into action again in spite of most strenuous exertions, he joined a third tank, which he directed with complete success, having on all of these occasions to pass fully exposed over many hundred yards of bullet-swept ground.' Stuart was killed during the assault on the Hindenburg Line on 3 October 1918 and is buried at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Gouy.
Captain Francis John Dobree Knowling, MC, 10th Battalion, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. (Tenby).
Francis was the holder of the MC, but the details of the award cannot presently be traced. He was killed on 8 March 1918 and is buried at Canada Farm Cemetery.
Second Lieutenant Augustus Charles Owen, MC, 8th Battalion, Somerset Light Infantry. (Tenby).
Augustus' award was printed in the London Gazette of 13 September 1918, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. At a critical moment he held his position with a small party of men against an enemy attack delivered after heavy bombardment. By his fine example of courage and determination lie enabled the line in that part of the field to be restored.' He was sadly killed during the same action, on 6 August 1918, and is buried at St. Amand British Cemetery.
Captain The Hon. Roland Erasmus Philipps, MC, 9th Battalion, Royal Fusiliers. (Roch and Manorbier).
Roland's award was published in the London Gazette of 14 April 1916, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Although wounded severely he kept his men well in hand, himself killing four of the enemy with has revolver. He stuck to his post and repelled three attacks.' Roland was killed on the Somme on 7 July 1916 and is buried in Aveluy Communal Cemetery Extension. He was the son of the Rt. Hon. the 1st Viscount St. Davids, P.C., of 3, Richmond Terrace, Whitehall, London.
Lieutenant (Pilot) Benjamin Stewart Thomas, MC, 11 Squadron, Royal Air Force. (Pembroke Dock).
Benjamin had gained his MC while with the 9th Welsh, before volunteering for pilot training and joining the Royal Air Force. He was killed when his Bristol F2b, Serial D7978 was shot down over the Somme on 4 October 1918, and he is buried at Grevillers British Cemetery.
Lieutenant Joseph Gilbert Webb, MC, 14th Battalion, Royal Welsh Fusiliers. (Haverfordwest).
Joseph's award was published in the London Gazette of 2 July 1918, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when in command of a fighting patrol of 8 men. Being attacked by an enemy patrol of 28 men, he at once opened fire and charged the enemy. He drove them back in confusion, inflicted heavy casualties on them, and captured two prisoners. All his patrol, including 3 wounded men, were brought back safely.' Joseph was wounded as a result, and died in hospital on 9 May 1918. He is buried at Haverfordwest (St. Thomas A Beckett) Churchyard.
Lieutenant Colin Bassett Wrong, MC, 6th Battalion, Royal Munster Fusiliers. (Albert Town, Haverfordwest).
Colin was born on 28 February 1895, the son of Richard Bassett and Lillian Sophia Wrong, of 128, 6th Street, Albert Town, Pembrokeshire. He married Marjorie Snell before enlisting in September 1914 into the Inns of Court Officer Training Corps, giving his address as 191, Camden Road, N.W. Colin was commissioned into the Bedfordshire Regiment on18 December 1914, before being posted to the Royal Munster Fusiliers in May 1916, and was posted to their 6th Battalion, which was attached to 30 Brigade, 10th (Irish) Division. The Division was in Egypt, readying for the invasion of Palestine. Colin won his Military Cross in Palestine. His award was listed in the London Gazette of 16 August 1917, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He assisted in. dragging a severely wounded man back a distance of 1,500 yards, under heavy fire. He displayed great courage and coolness throughout.' Sadly, Colin was killed just months later, on 28 December 1917. He was 21 years old, and is buried at Jerusalem War Cemetery, Israel.
Captain James Hamilton Langdon Yorke, MC, 24th Battalion, Welsh regiment. (Fishguard).
James' award was published in the London Gazette of 2 July 1918, and read; 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When part of the line was driven back by the enemy he rapidly reorganised the situation with great skill under very heavy shell and .machine-gun fire. He showed splendid leadership and initiative.' He was killed during the action on 27 December 1917 and is buried at Jerusalem War Cemetery.
Awards of the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM)
6405 Company Sergeant Major S. T. Amos, Machine Gun Corps. (Milford) (Gazetted 28 March 1918).
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. By his daring example and disregard for personal danger he set ,an example which went far to steady the men under most adverse circumstances. His assistance in organising the company in the line was invaluable.'
97456 Company Sergeant Major G. E. Argyle, 155th Field Company, Royal Engineers. (Pembroke Dock). (Gazetted 2 July 1915).
'From 1st March to 1st Sept., 1918. For consistent good work and devotion to duty. He has often done duty for an officer with considerable success, notably in the preparation of bridges for demolition in the face of the enemy, and has invariably shown cool courage and ability under fire.'
20898 Corporal W. Atkinson, MM, Royal Engineers. (Pembroke). (Gazetted 9 March 1920).
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. While in charge of his section barricading a street, under heavy shell fire, a shell burst among his party, causing heavy casualties. Though badly shaken, he attended to the wounded, and completed the barricade with the few men he had left. He set a fine example of coolness and determination.'
9954 Private Joseph William Banner, DCM, 2nd Battalion, Worcestershire Regiment. (Milford Haven).
Joseph gained his DCM during the retreat from Mons. It was listed in the London Gazette of 29 December 1914, but there is no citation. He had been killed on 16 November 1914 and is buried at Railway Chateau Cemetery.
8044 Sergeant Joseph Brooks, DCM, 2nd Battalion Royal Munster Fusiliers. (Milford Haven).
Joseph's award was listed in the London Gazette of 23 June 1915, but there is no citation. He was killed in action on 9 May 1915 and is commemorated on the Le Touret Memorial, Richebourg L'Avoue.
371147 Gunner P. Caisley, 155th Heavy Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery. (Milford). (Gazetted on 9 March 1920).
'At Lovadina, during the operations on the Piave, from night 26th-27th October, 1918, to morning of 28th October, he was one of the forward observation party, and during the night 26th-27th had to repair breaks in the line several times. On the morning 27th he established a visual station in the front line, and for five hours was heavily shelled.'
50458 Corporal L. V. Cole, Royal Engineers. (Fishguard). (Gazetted 12 November 1918).
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was in charge of the brigade forward report centre for four days and nights with no cover under heavy shelling, and maintained telephonic communication throughout. He rendered very valuable service.'
18085 Sergeant G. Donaldson, Yorkshire Light Infantry. (Milford). (Gazetted 16 April 1918).
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when in charge of a platoon. He handled it with great skill and courage in various operations. His fine example had the greatest effect on all ranks.'
54184 Sergeant A. Fortune, 13th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Haverfordwest) (Gazetted 11 March 1920)
'For continuous gallantry in action from 18th September to 7th November 1918. Owing to shortage of officers he acted as platoon commander throughout these operations. The courage and leadership which he displayed at all times enabled his platoon to accomplish every task they were called upon to perform.'
320016 Company Sergeant Major J. Hancock, 24th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Camrose) (Gazetted 11 March 1920)
'For conspicuous devotion to duty, ability and leadership as platoon commander. He has on various occasions led his platoon, setting an excellent example to all ranks.'
320049 Sergeant D.J. Hinds, 24th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Tenby) (Gazetted 1 May 1918)
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when in charge of the battalion advance report station during an attack. In the final stages of the attack he occupied a most exposed position under shell and machine-gun fire, and continued to send back messages until the enemy's position was captured. He showed splendid courage and resource.'
27478 Private Thomas Evan James, 2nd Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Fishguard). (Gazetted 15 March 1916)
'For conspicuous gallantry in volunteering to cut through the enemy's wire within a few yards of his parapet, and carrying out his objective in spite of his patrol being seen and fired on.' Thomas was killed on 15 July 1916 and is commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial.
48409 Sapper C. G. Jenkins, 93rd Field Company, Royal Engineers. (Milford Haven). (Gazetted 9 January 1920).
'For conspicuous gallantry and: devotion to duty on 11th-12th October, 1918, at Neuvilly, when in charge of a small party of sappers carrying an improvised foot bridge. He jumped into the water, and, with the help of a sapper, held the bridge in position till the attacking troops crossed. This took place under a shower of hand grenades from a camouflaged enemy trench close by.'
8349 Company Sergeant Major E. T. Jones, King's Shropshire Light Infantry. (Pembroke Dock) (Gazetted 26 March 1918).
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in action, when he constantly volunteered for dangerous duties under very heavy shell fire with front line, and rendered his company commander invaluable aid in organising the company. He also went out in broad daylight and assisted in carrying in two stretcher cases.'
36243 Corporal George Morgan, 15th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Henllys) (Gazetted 3 September 1918)
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in handling his troops and rallying his men. When the enemy worked round his flank he stuck to his ground and offered material resistance. His value to his officers was infinite. He was wounded, but made efforts to continue resistance until ordered to the aid post.'
50459 Sergeant T. G. Morgan, 2nd Battalion, Imperial Camel Corps. (Pembroke) (Gazetted 2 September 1919).
'At Amman on 27th to 30th March, 1918, and on all occasions has shown a splendid example in and out of action to the men under his command. As signalling serjeant to the battalion he has always kept up a high state of efficiency.'
8997 Sergeant Henry Brynmor Raymond, DCM, 72nd Army Brigade, Royal Field Artillery. (Milford Haven). (Gazetted 13 February 1917).
'For conspicuous devotion to duty. He has rendered very valuable services throughout, and by his devotion to duty has shown a fine example to all ranks.' Henry died on 28 October 1918 and is buried at Cambrai East Military Cemetery.
18439 Sergeant T. S. Smith, 1st Battalion, Shropshire Light Infantry. (Pembroke). (Gazetted 29 July 1919).
'During the attack at Vaux Andigny, on the 17th October, 1918 he displayed great gallantry and initiative in leading his platoon against the enemy position. His company was in close support, and on seeing that the leading company was confronted with uncut wire entanglements and under heavy machine-gun fire and bombing at short range, he led his men straight to the wire, and with them cut a way through and reached the objective. Then, finding that the unit-on his left was out of touch, he led a party along the trench and cleared the flank, himself killing six of the enemy. He showed the greatest gallantry throughout and did splendid work.'
63047 Corporal G.W.A. Summons 9th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Milford Haven) (Gazetted 11 March 1920)
'For marked gallantry and dash during the fighting in October and November 1918. In particular on 4th November 1918 near Jenlain, when his company was held up by an enemy machine gun he, single-handed, rushed the gun, put the crew to flight, and this enabled his company to continue their advance.'
9269 Sergeant George Wildig, DCM, 1st Battalion, King's Shropshire Light Infantry. (Pembroke Dock) (Gazetted 10 March 1916).
'For consistent good work reconnoitring. He has many times obtained valuable information.' He was later commissioned Lieutenant into the KSLI, and died of sickness brought on by his service on 6 November 1918. George is buried at Pembroke Dock (Llanion) Cemetery.
Awards of the Military Medal (MM)
54248 Private James Ayres, Welsh Regiment. (Fishguard). James award was listed in the London Gazette of 12 December 1917 and was probably for the Pilckem Ridge with the 38th (Welsh) Division. He was discharged due to wounds on 23 September 1918.
320256 Private William Beynon, 24th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Whitland). William's award was listed in the London Gazette of 19 March 1918. He survived the war.
403 Sergeant Drummer, Cecil O. Bowles, Welsh Guards. (Haverfordwest). Cecil's award was listed in the London Gazette of 8 December 1916.
64876 Bombardier Arthur Edwards, MM, 112 Battery, Royal Field Artillery. (Little Haven). Arthur's award was listed in the London Gazette of 2 August 1918. He had been killed during the German Offensive on 25 March 1918 and is commemorated on the Arras Memorial.
31391 Sergeant Frederick Edwards, 19th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Haverfordwest). Frederick's award was listed in the London Gazette of 20 August 1919. He was discharged Class Z on 1 April 1919.
58589 Sergeant William Flood, MM, 'D' Battery, 14 Brigade, Royal Field Artillery. (Pembroke Dock). William's award was listed in the London Gazette of 10 November 1916. He had been killed on the Somme on 7 September 1916, and is buried at Quarry Cemetery, Montauban.
73984 Bombardier George Fowler, MM, 'D' Battery, 235 Brigade, Royal Field Artillery. (Haverfordwest). George's award was listed in the London Gazette of 25 September 1917. He was killed in action during the German Offensive on the Somme on 27 March 1918, and is commemorated on the Arras Memorial.
53607 Sergeant Griffith D. Gwynne, 2nd Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (St. Dogmaels). Griffith's award was listed in the London Gazette of 13 March 1919.
20709 Lance Corporal Patrick John Griffin, MM, 15th Field Company, Royal Engineers. (Pembroke Dock). Patrick's award was listed in the London Gazette of 10 November 1916. He was killed at Ypres the following year, on 7 July 1917 and is buried at Brandhoek Military Cemetery.
9764 Sergeant Henry William Hamshaw, MM, 2nd Battalion, Worcestershire Regiment. (Pembroke). Henry's award was listed in the London Gazette of 2 June 1916. He was killed on the Somme on 22 October 1916 and is commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial.
1972, Lance Corporal William A. Harries, Welsh Guards. (Haverfordwest). William was awarded the MM and Bar. His first award of the Military Medal was listed in the London Gazette of 13 June 1919. The award of a Bar to his MM was listed in the same Gazette issue.
613, Lance Corporal David James, Welsh Guards. (Llanfyrnach). David was probably awarded the Military Medal for Loos, listed in the London Gazette of 8 August 1916. He was killed on the Somme on 16 September 1916 and is commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial.
31227 Private Benjamin David Jenkins, MM, 1st Battalion, Royal Welsh Fusiliers. (Boncath). Benjamin's award was listed in the London Gazette of 8 December 1916. He was killed on the Ancre on 27 February 1917 and is commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial.
WZ/1127 Able Seaman C. H. John, Hood Battalion, Royal Naval Reserve. (Tenby). His award was listed in the London Gazette of 13 May 1919.
91747 Sergeant Ewart Edmund Lewis, MM, 'C' Battery, 177 Brigade, Royal Field Artillery. (Marloes). Ewart's award was listed in the London Gazette of 25 January 1918. He was killed during the opening of the German Spring Offensive on 21 March 1918 and is commemorated on the Pozieres Memorial.
529, Guardsman William J. Lewis, Welsh Guards. (Milford Haven). William's award was listed in the London Gazette of 11 January 1918.
203575 Corporal Evan D, Llewellyn, 24th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Letterston). Evan's award was listed in the London Gazette of 13 September 1918. He was also awarded the Territorial Force War Medal.
15757 Gunner Albert Seymour Lloyd, MM, 'C' Battery, 78 Brigade, Royal Field Artillery. (Pembroke Dock). Albert's award was listed in the London Gazette of 19 September 1916. He was killed during the Battle of Arras on 19 April 1917 and is buried at Tilloy British Cemetery, Tilloy-Les-Mofflaines.
19971 Lance Corporal Thomas Griffith Mathias, 15th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Dinas Cross). Thomas' award was listed in the London Gazette of 7 June 1917. His original award certificate is in the Welsh Regiment Museum, and reads; 'On night 29 April 1917 was first bayonet man in his bombing party. He killed two Germans and drove two others with our barrage. Showed great dash and coolness. Has previously been brought to notice by his Company Commander.' Photo courtesy of the Welsh Regimental Museum.
320351 Private Benjamin Morgan, 24th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Boncath). Ben's award was listed in the London Gazette of 19 March 1918.
20549 Sergeant Benjamin R. Morris, 15th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Haverfordwest). Ben's award was listed in the London Gazette of 11 February 1919.
10487 Sergeant Edward Morse, 15th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Manorbier). Edward's award was listed in the London Gazette of 11 February 1919.
201142 Private Frank Palmer, 4th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Pembroke). Frank's award was listed in the London Gazette of 19 March 1918.
14106 Corporal Edward John Parkman, MM, 56th Siege Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery. (Pembroke Dock). Edward's award was listed in the London Gazette of 16 October 1917. He died on 23 May 1918 and is buried at Doullens Communal Cemetery Extension, No. 2.
320071 Private David L. Phillips, 24th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Begelley). David's award was listed in the London Gazette of 13 March 1919.
W/4416, Gunner George C. Pratt, Royal Field Artillery. (Milford Haven). George's award was listed in the London Gazette of 28 September 1917.
47957 Sergeant Lewis Archibald Rees, MM, 'X' 50th Trench Mortar Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery. (Angle). Lewis' award was listed in the London Gazette. He died of wounds on 15 February 1917 and is buried at Bray Military Cemetery.
26388 Lance Corporal Frank Rogers, 17th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Bosherston). Frank was awarded his Military Medal in the London Gazette of 14 September 1917. The War Diary of the 17th Welsh read; 'In daylight on the afternoon of 29th July 1917 L/Cpl F. Rogers seeing a German soldier in No Mans Land about 300 yds away from our Lines, left our trenches alone, stalked and captured the German who tried twice to escape.' He was later killed at Bourlon Wood on 25 November 1917.
27860, Corporal Thomas W. Rogers, 18th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Summerhill). Thomas award was listed in the London Gazette of 12 December 1917. He later transferred to the Loyal North Lancashire Regiment.
10086 Private George Thomas, MM & Bar, 2nd Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Haverfordwest). George's award was listed in the London Gazette of 1 September 1916. He gained a Bar to his MM, which was listed in the London Gazette of 29 August 1918. George died of wounds on 6 June 1918 and is buried at Pernes British Cemetery.
TF/291824 Private Thomas Henry Thomas, 2/10th Battalion, Middlesex Regiment. (Letterston). Thomas' award was listed in the London Gazette of 30 October 1917. He was killed in action at Jerusalem on 12 December 1917 and is buried at Jerusalem War Cemetery.
200915, C.S.M. Arthur Tobin, 1/4th Battalion, Welsh Regiment. (Haverfordwest). Arthur's award was listed in the London Gazette of 19 March 1918. He was Discharged Category E on 17 March 1919.
200588, Private Joseph Underwood, Welsh Regiment. (Fishguard). Joseph's award was listed in the London Gazette of 19 March 1918.
371167, Bombardier Thomas Wilkins, 114 Siege Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery. (Amroth). Thomas’ award was listed in the London Gazette of 25 September 1917, and was probably for Third Ypres.
