The Queens Own Royal West Kent R

The Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment

Corporal C Andrews

Corporal Christopher ANDREWS, 2679, 8th Battalion, Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment.

Born Millwall, Essex, enlisted 8th September 1914, Deptford, age 19, height 5ft 4 inches, weight 114lbs. Formerly river carrier.

Wounded 26th September 1915

Demobilized 22nd February 1919.

AWARDS: MM, DCM, Clasp to DCM, Belgium - Croix de Guerre

London Gazette 1st January 1918.

His Majesty the KING has been graciously pleased to approve of the under mentioned rewards for distinguished service in the Field. Dated 1st January 1918.

AWARDED THE DISTINGUISHED CONDUCT MEDAL

2679 Private (Lance Corporal ) C. Andrews, West Kent Regiment. (Poplar, London, E ).

London Gazette 17th April 1918

AWARDED THE DISTINGUISHED CONDUCT MEDAL

For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He dressed and removed the wounded under heavy fire during an engagement and showed great courage and energy throughout. He has done valuable work during a long period.

London Gazette 1st May 1918

AWARDED CLASP TO THE DISTINGUISHED CONDUCT MEDAL

For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy trenches. He did valuable work in carrying messages and attending to the wounded in the enemy's wire during the raid. He carried back two wounded men under heavy shell fire and worked for several hours until all the wounded had been brought in. He set a splendid example of courage and self sacrifice.

London Gazette 12th July 1918.

The following are among the Decorations and medals awarded by the Allied Powers at various dates to the British Forces for distinguished services rendered during the course of the campaign:

His Majesty the KING has given unrestricted permission in all cases to wear the Decorations and medals in question.

Decorations conferred by: His Majesty the King of the Belgians: Croix De Guerre

2679 Lance Corporal Christopher Andrews, Royal West Kent Regiment. (Poplar, E.).

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