| Surname: | Cannon |
| Initials: | J |
| Rank: | Lance Corporal |
| Army Number: | 00NK |
| Notes: | MFP. Acts of Courage Extracted From Corps Order Books. LANCE CORPORAL J CANNON 3 OX & BUCKS LIGHT INFANTRY ATTACHED MILITARY FOOT POLICE |
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| Decoration: | Act of Courage (London Gazette: Corps Order Books 21 Page: 77 Aug. 15, 1917) |
| Citation: | MFP. Acts of Courage Extracted From Corps Order Book 21, page 77, 5/9/16.LANCE CORPORAL J CANNON3 OX & BUCKS LIGHT INFANTRYATTACHED MILITARY FOOT POLICEThe following act of gallantry is reported: On August 15th 1916 whilst on duty near the Rue de L'Union L/Cpl J Cannon, 3rd Oxford & Bucks Light Infantry attached as Military Foot Police, endeavoured to stop a runaway horse which was travelling at great speed. The NCO was thrown to the ground, dragged a considerable distance and succeeded in bringing the horse practically to a standstill. But for the NCO's prompt action, a serious accident would probably have occurred.The Commandant GHQ Troops congratulates L/cpl Cannon on his courage and initiative.(Extract from GHQ Troops Orders No576 Dated 25-8-16 by Colonel A B Dasterville CMG - Commandant GHQ Troops.) |