Pair: British War Medal and Victory Medal impressed to LIEUT. L. D. LOBASCHER AIF
Emb. 30th October 1916 as "O. C. troops"
RTA 22nd November 1919
Comes with an original letter of recommendation from Beaconsfield state school where he attended, dated 1907. Also an engraved watch presented to him by the 32nd Battalion Association in appreciation of his services as Honourary secretary 1-9-1936
VF SOLD
Pair: British War Medal and Victory Medal impressed to LIEUT. T. W. PERRY AIF
Emb. 20th December 1915 (as a Sgt)
Promoted 2nd Lt. 27th April 1917
Promoted Lt. 7th October 1917
KIA Dernacourt 5th April 1918
Comes with original photo, dog tag bracelet and copy photo of his grave marker.
VF SOLD
Pair: British War Medal and Victory Medal impressed to SE-26975 A. J. KEMPSTER VET. CORPS
Note: Private Arthur J. Kempter’s BWM and VM is confirmed as his full entitlement for service with the Royal Army Veterinary Corps in WW1
GD VF $100
Pair: British War Medal and Victory Medal. Correctly impressed to 2893 PTE J. H. TATTERSALL 44-BN. A.I.F.
Emb. 29th December 1916
M.I.A. 1 August 1917
Classed as K.I.A. by a board of enquiry 8th January 1918. A Red Cross file exists going into details of his unfortunate death (see photos)
Due to there being no known grave for Private Tattersall he is honoured on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial. Private Tattersall enlisted in Kalgoorlie. ;;
Gd VF SOLD
Pair: British War Medal and Victory Medal. Correctly impressed to 4872 PTE. C. J. WHITE 48-BN. A.I.F.
Previous service "15 days A.I.F. Exhibition" "15 days war service"
Emb. 23rd June 1917
WIA 5th April 1918 (Bomb wound, chest). Private White was taken to 13th Field Ambulance where he died of his wounds that day.
Page 229 of Neville Brownings book "Leane's Battalion" states the following " as they marched along the Amiens to Albert road, a shell exploded amongst the column and killed Sergeant M.H. Macloy and Private N. Oma and wounded Privates S. W. Howells and H. M. Martin. Tentative roll calls revealed that CQMS F. A. Rochow, Corporal D. O. Rogers , Lance Corporals A. C. MacKenzies and J. Scott and Privates W. R. Baker, E. Blackman, S. H. Chandler, B. E. Chellew, H. M. Drummond, M. S. McCombe, T. McGowan, P. O'Sullivan, S. R. Tudor and C. J. White had also been killed during the battle."
Cecil Johnson White was a local identity of Renmark in South Australia and amongst his talents is mention of his artistic ability. With this group comes a beautiful original characterture of "The flag Lieutenant" (signed C.J.W) of which we presume is from his embarkation. Also with his original AIF booklet of his Grave, a photo of him and a single collar badge.
An impressive and emotive grouping.;
Medals Near EF SOLD
Pair: British War Medal, Victory medal (missing 1914/15 star). Both correctly impressed to 1411 A/CPL L. H. SHAW 1 L. H. R. A.I.F.
Emb. 4th October 1915
Transferred to Artillery 15th May 1916
Discharged 19th July 1919
Note: Lendon Hunter Shaw took ownership of the family business, "Hunters on the Hill Office Supply Centre" one of Wagga's most well known and longest lasting businesses, having been in the same premises since 1872
Spotting on VM otherwise Good VF SOLD
Pair: Carpenter’s Crew T. H. Collins, Royal Navy
Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, dated reverse, no clasp (T. H. Collins. Carps. Crew. H.M.S. “Ruby”.); Khedive’s Star 1882, unnamed as issued,
Pitting from star, nearly very fine $450
Pair: Corporal A. J. Sharp, Royal Monmouthshire Engineers, late Royal Artillery. India General Service 1854-95, 1 clasp, Hazara 1888 (32595 Gunr., No. 2 By. 1st Bde. Sc. Dn. R.A.); Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 5 clasps, Cape Colony, Orange Free State, Transvaal, South Africa 1901, South Africa 1902 (2970 Corpl., Rl. Engineers)
Note: Alfred James Sharp was born in Millbrook, Southampton. He joined the Royal Artillery on 6 July 1882, aged 19 years. He initially served in the 1st Brigade Scottish Division R.A., which later became Mountain Artillery. Served in India, September 1883-February 1890 and took part in the Black Mountain Expedition 1888. Sharp was transferred to the Army Reserve in February 1890 and discharged on 5 July 1894. His intended place of residence being given as King Street, Brynmawr. He later joined the Royal Monmouthshire Engineers Militia and served with them in the Second Boer War. With copied R.A. service papers and roll extracts on paper and C.D.
Contact marks, nearly very fine $985
Pair: Corporal A. J. Sharp, Royal Monmouthshire Engineers, late Royal Artillery. India General Service 1854-95, 1 clasp, Hazara 1888 (32595 Gunr., No. 2 By. 1st Bde. Sc. Dn. R.A.); Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 5 clasps, Cape Colony, Orange Free State, Transvaal, South Africa 1901, South Africa 1902 (2970 Corpl., Rl. Engineers)
Note: Alfred James Sharp was born in Millbrook, Southampton. He joined the Royal Artillery on 6 July 1882, aged 19 years. He initially served in the 1st Brigade Scottish Division R.A., which later became Mountain Artillery. Served in India, September 1883-February 1890 and took part in the Black Mountain Expedition 1888. Sharp was transferred to the Army Reserve in February 1890 and discharged on 5 July 1894. His intended place of residence being given as King Street, Brynmawr. He later joined the Royal Monmouthshire Engineers Militia and served with them in the Second Boer War. With copied R.A. service papers and roll extracts on paper and C.D.
Contact marks, nearly very fine $985
Photo: Crimean Engineer Veterans
Pair: Crimea Medal three clasps "ALMA, INKERMANN & SEBASTOPOL" and China Medal 1857. Crimea period engraved T. EWEN 8TH COY R*S*M, China Medal impressed CORPL THOS EWEN. 23RD C. ROYAL ENGRS.
This pair is ex a very old Australian collection and thanks to the modern ability to research has turned into a great story of Crimean heroism. In a NSW newspaper article dated 14th July 1900 we have found a brief article on the Victoria Cross that Sapper Ewen "never wore, though he won.
The official history mentions Sapper Ewens bravery on a number of occasions including along side Colour Sgt Henry McDonald when he earns his Victoria Cross. It is interesting to note that years after the event General Gordon (of Khartoum fame) was still campaigning to have Ewen recognized for his gallantry.
VF $4750
Pair: CSM One Clasp; "Northern Ireland" and United Nations medal Cyprus. Correctly impressed to 24187986 Pte R. J. Desborough PARA.
Good VF SOLD
Pair: CSM Two Clasps; "Malay Peninsula, Borneo" and United Nations medal Cyprus. Correctly impressed to 24033739 RFN F. A. E. Therton. 3 Green Jackets.
VF SOLD
Pair: Distinguished Conduct Medal (VR) and Crimea Medal clasp "Sebastopol". DCM impressed ANDREW FAIRSERVICE SAPPERS & MINERS. Crimea Medal contemporary engraved capitals A. FAIRSERVICE R.E.
The following is an extract from the history of the Royal Engineers (in reference to Sebastopol)
"Among those who were the most praised was private Andrew Fairservice. He is stated to have been exceedingly active in repairing embrasures under heavy fire, so much so, indeed, that his valour and perseverance gained him the honour of a Distinguished service medal and gratuity of five pounds."
Also as an extract from the London Gazette dated 19th May 1858 showing that Sapper Fairservice went on to serve in the Indian Mutiny where he was killed
878 Sapper Andrew Fairservice ..... "Died from the effects of a gunpowder explosion. The officer and men were at the time engaged in removing the powder from several carts of ammunition which were abandoned by the enemy while retreating before the column, and throwing into a well."
Records show (see illustration) that his Mutiny Medal was returned by his unit due to the fact that he was killed. As this medal was not claimed, this group can not be classed as a broken group.
Close examination of the medals suggest both retain their original ribbon and could be classed as "sleepers". There is no doubt that these sappers did tremendous work at Sebastopol under horrendous conditions constantly exposing themselves to enemy fire.
Some contact marks otherwise near VF SOLD
Pair: Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, 4 clasps, Private J. Jack, 1st Gordon Highlanders
Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, 4 clasps, Tel-El-Kebir, Suakin 1884, El-Teb-Tamaai, The Nile 1884-85 (222 Pte. J. Jack. 1/Gord: Highrs.); Khedive’s Star 1882, unnamed,
pitting from star, otherwise nearly VF $1250
Pair: Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, dated reverse, 4 clasps, Tel-El-Kebir, Suakin 1884, El-Teb_Tamaai, The Nile 1884-85 correct period naming to 1906 Pte. J. Jacklin. 1/Gord: Highrs.; Khedive’s Star 1882 un-named.
Note: Sold with confirmation.
Pitting from star, otherwise very fine SOLD
Pair: Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, undated reverse, 1 clasp, Gemaizah 1888 correctly named to 2323 Pte B. Hirst 2/K.O.S.B.; Khedive’s Star, undated, unnamed.
Very fine $825
Pair: GSM One Clasp; "Cyprus" and CSM One Clasp; "South Arabia" correctly impressed to 23531132 SPR - CPL R. S. Torode R.E.
EF SOLD
Pair: India General Service 1854-95, one clasp “Hazara 1888” correct script engraving to 809 Pte D.Turner 2nd Bn. North'd Fus. and Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, four clasps, “Cape Colony, Orange Free State, Transvaal & South Africa 1901” correctly impressed 809 Pte D.Turner, North'd: Fus
VF - EF $985
Pair: India General Service Medal one clasp: "CHIN-LUSHAI 1889-90" , running script 3359 Pte. T. Baker 1st Bn. K.O.SCO. B. Queens South Africa Medal three clasps : "C.C., P'Burg, Jo'Burg" impressed 3359 Pte. T. Baker. K.O. SCOT. BORD.
Original Documents include:
1. Gold Blocked leather covered pay book
2. Two original parchment discharge certificates
3. Original letter requesting his QSA
4. Death certificate
5. Pension forms
6. Small photo of recipient.
Thomas Baker was born in Birmingham and attested for the K.O.S.B. at Walsall on 5 September 1878, aged 18 years. He was discharged at Gosport having completed his second period of engagement on 19 November 1900. As a Factory Worker and an Army Pensioner, Baker died of heart failure on 3 March 1905
EF SOLD
Pair: Korea 1950-53, U.N. Korea 1950-54 impressed to “37374 E. F. P. GIBB.”
Note: Stoker Eric Francis served in the RAN on the HMAS Warramunga (14th Aug 1950-17th May 1951) and HMAS Bataan (18th May 1951-6th June 1951).
The Warramunga was an extremely active ship in Korea, the following extract shows an insight in to her operations;
“Late on 5 February Warramunga and USS Lind detached and proceeded north to 38° 05' on the coast where LIND had previously landed an intelligence party. This party had been captured by the North Koreans who, using the team’s equipment, arranged a rendezvous with LIND. Unbeknown to the enemy, their deception was discovered and the two destroyers planned an unpleasant surprise. Right on time the enemy showed the prearranged signal.
Warramunga’s commander commented ‘USS Lind asked me if light was bright enough for an aiming mark and I replied it could be brighter. The enemy obliged by turning up to full brilliancy. We then opened up as fast as we could fire. I expended 59 rounds 4.7 inch and LIND about the same amount. The light went out. Subsequent intelligence confirmed that one North Korean company, some North Korean police and a large Intelligence team who were assembled as a reception committee were mostly killed or wounded. As the range was less than 3,000 yards and the fire was extremely rapid the result was not surprising.”
Comes with original box of issue.
Near EF SOLD
A Great War 1916 ‘Somme’ M.M. pair awarded to Driver P. Ryan, 49th Australian Infantry Battalion, Australian Imperial Force
Pair: Military Medal, G.V.R. (3470 Dvr: P. Ryan. 49/Aust: Inf: Bn:); 1914-15 Star (3470 Pte P. Ryan. 9/Bn. A.I.F.)
M.M. London Gazette 9 March 1917. The original recommendation (jointly listed with Driver H. McFarlane) states:
‘On the 13th November 1916 the Pack Transport was dispersed by shell fire and some mules were killed and others escaped. The Quartermaster, with the assistance of these two men, immediately assisted to collect the mules and turn out transport from the Battalion and brought rations to Flers. This was during the period that Flers was being shelled by the enemy. The behaviour and devotion to duty of these two men during the time between 13th November 1916 and 26th November 1916 was excellent. They were cheerful under all conditions and I think their conduct was an excellent example to the remainder of the Battalion Transport. These two men have consistently done good work in the Battalion Transport and I beg to recommend them for some honour.’
Percival Ryan was born in Glen Innes, New South Wales in 1893. He enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force, 3 August 1915, and embarked for Egypt with the 9th Australian Infantry Battalion in October 1915. Ryan transferred to the 49th Australian Infantry Battalion in February 1916, and served with them in the French theatre of war from June 1916.
Ryan was awarded the M.M. for his gallantry at Flers, Somme in November 1916. He returned to Australia in April 1919, and was discharged, 5 August 1919.
Mounted for display, good very fine $2250
PAIR: Private C. J. Burns, East Kent Regiment, who was killed in action during the Second Battle of Ypres on 3 May 1915
India General Service 1895-1902, 1 clasp, Punjab Frontier 1897-98 (4672 Pte. C. Burns 1st Bn. “The Buffs”); Army L.S. & G.C., G.V.R., 1st issue (4672 Pte. C. J. Burns. E. Kent Regt.)
Charles James Burns was killed in action during the Second Battle of Ypres on 3 May 1915, at Verloren Hoek, due East of Ypres, on the Zonnerbeke Road, whilst serving with the 2nd Battalion, The Buffs. He is commemorated by name on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial.
Gd VF $585
Pair: Private J. Hughes, 63rd Regiment Crimea 1854-56, 4 clasps, Alma, Balaklava, Inkermann, Sebastopol (63rd Regt.) officially impressed naming; Turkish Crimea 1855, Sardinian issue, unnamed, pierced with ring suspension.
James Hughes was born in Lancaster. A Shoemaker by occupation, he enlisted on 1 July 1852. Died at Scutari on 31 January 1855. With some copied roll extracts.
Good very fine $2750
Pair: Private J. McLean, Cameron Highlanders Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, dated reverse, 2 clasps, Tel-el-Kebir, The Nile 1884-85 (138 Pte., 1/Cam’n. Highrs.); Khedive’s Star, 1882, unnamed as issued.
Edge bruising, contact marks, nearly very fine SOLD
