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Australian Army Museum of Western Australia > Records

Medal Group - 4234 SUTHERLAND, 28 Battalion

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Overview

Medal group of 3 medals including the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) awarded to 4234 Private William Sutherland, 28 Battalion AIF.The medals are Court Mounted with replacement ribbons.

Historical information

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He crawled out under very heavy fire, and succeeded in securing an exposed flank. He displayed great courage and determination throughout the operations.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 174
Date: 11 October 1917

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-32-54-889

Inscriptions and markings

The Group consists of: Distinguished Conduct Medal, British War Medal, and Victory Medal for World War 1 service.

Contextual Information

This Medal Group is displayed in the Traditions Gallery at the Australian Army Museum of Western Australia.

Links to additional resources

Service Summary

Service Summary

Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM)

Court or Swing Mounted

Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

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