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Soldier Details:
Surname: Williams
Initials:   W.
Rank:   Pte A/LCpl
Army No.:  P/14444
Notes:   MFP. From Denbigh. Awarded the 1915 Star, Victory and War Medal. First served abroad (1) France 23/11/1914 to 11/11/18.. Formerly Pte. 1/2 Monmouthshire Regiment, No. 1914, South Wales Borderers, No 80434, Monmouthshire Regiment, No. 265363, and Pte. 3 Grenadier Guards, No. 14356. 15/7/19 to class B Reserve. Later Cpl. William Williams.

Decorations/Medals/Awards (4)
  1. Decoration:   Military Medal Gazette Date: 1917-02-19 Gazette Issue: 29953 Gazette Page: 1756 Theatre: B.E.F. France & Flanders
Citation:   1914 Sgt W Williams, Monmouthsire Regiment. Later 265363 Monmouthshire Regiment, DCM. Later P/14444 A/L/Cpl MFP.
  2. Decoration:   Distinguished Conduct Medal Gazette Date: 1918-06-03 Gazette Issue: 30716 Gazette Page: 6483
Citation:   265363 Sjt W Williams, MM, Monmouthsire Regiment from Newbridge. France & Flanders. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During three and a half years service at the front he has in many engagements displayed much gallantry and ability. On one occasion, after his officer was wounded, he commanded his platoon with great success. (21/10/1918.
  3. Decoration:   Meritorious Service Medal Gazette Date: 1919-06-03 Gazette Issue: 31370 Gazette Page: 6912
Citation:   MFP. France . Devotion to duty. Pte (A/C/Cpl.) Name spelt William in this LG, should be Williams. William Williams.
  4. Decoration:   French Croix de Guerre Gazette Date: 1919-06-19 Gazette Issue: 31409 Gazette Page: 7814
Citation:   265363 Serjeant William Williams, DCM, MM, 1/2/ Battalion, Monmouthshire Regiment (Territorial Force). (Newbridge, Mon).