| Surname: | Gallant |
| Initials: | W |
| Rank: | Sergeant |
| Army Number: | 3779324 |
| Notes: | CMP. Enlisted in the King's Regt. transferred to CMP, served with 119 L of C pro Coy, CMP (I). From Liverpool 5. 30/11/48 he was awarded the BEM, 1939-1945 Star, Burma Star, Defence & War Medals, MID. Address:- 94 Fitzgerald Road, Liverpool 13 Lancs. William Gallant. |
Decoration Record: | |
| Decoration: | Mention in Despatches (London Gazette: 37425 Page: 386 Jan. 10, 1946) |
| Citation: | Burma & Eastern Frontiers of India. Citation not found |
| Decoration: | British Empire Medal (London Gazette: 37433 Page: 496 Jan. 17, 1946) |
| Citation: | Burma. Citation for BEM: For services in UPPER CHINDWIN TAMU-KALEWA Area. During the period under review 16 Feb to 15 May 45, this NCO with untiring energy and constant example by day & night has been largely personally responsible for passing huge & vital convoys to and from 14 Army Area, through the difficult GORGE rd from KYIGON to KALEWA. His cheerful disposition and enthusiasm have been an inspiration to his OC, his colleagues and all road users. Recommended by:- Capt R M Weatherstone OC 119 L of C Pro Coy CMP(I). Col F J Mitchell Com 551 L of C Sub Area. Maj Gen Snelling Comd 505 District. Gen W J Slim C in C Allied Land Forces SEA. National Archive WO 373/81. |