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ALLEN, John Edward

6/2344, 2nd Lieutenant, 1st Battalion, Canterbury Regiment, WW1

CITATION

Military Cross

2nd Lieutenant, 1st Battalion, Canterbury Regiment

Gazetted 1 February 1919, p1740     

For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations east of Bapaume on 2nd September 1918. During the attack on Mill Cross, the platoon commander of the leading platoon being badly wounded, this officer went forward under heavy machine-gun and shell fire, gathering the platoon together and reorganizing them, and led the attack successfully, having to fight for every inch of the ground. His prompt and courageous action undoubtedly enabled the objective to be taken.

Military Medal

Sergeant, 3rd Battalion, Canterbury Regiment

Gazetted 28 January 1918, p1405

For gallant conduct and devotion to duty, during operations near Gravenstafel on the 12/13 October 1917. When his men were being heavily shelled, he took charge, and showing great courage and initiative, moved them forward to a better position, thus saving heavy casualties. By his continued cool and cheerful conduct, he greatly encouraged his men.

KNOWN AWARDS

Military Cross

Military Medal

British War Medal

Victory Medal

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