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Australian Army Museum of Western Australia > Records

World War 1, Medal Group, 1357 HODGE DCM, 11 Battalion AIF

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Overview

medal Group of 5 medals including Belgian Croix de guerre awarded to 1357 Corporal Harry Hodge DCM of 11 Battalion AIF for service in World war 1. Medal group includes Distinguished Conduct medal, 1914-15 Star, British war Medal, Victory Medal and Belgian Croix de guerre. Medals are Swing Mounted with replacement ribbons.

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cwa-org-32-54-323

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Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When the advance was held up by an enemy machine gun, he dashed forward, shot the gunner, and put the gun out of action. His gallant act enabled the whole line to advance, and the strong point was captured, with 100 prisoners. By his utter disregard of danger, he saved many lives, and relieved an awkward situation.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 95
Date: 27 June 1918

Contextual Information

This medal group is displayed in the World War 1 Gallery at the Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

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Distinguished Conduct Medal

Croix de guerre (Belgium)

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