Captain Ackroyd - Second Lieutenant Boughey

​Buried in Birr Cross Roads Cemetery in Belgium

​Captain Harold Ackroyd V. C. M. C. ​
Royal Army Medical Corps, attd 6th Bn. Royal Berkshire Regiment
11th August 1917, aged 40. 
Special Memorial 7.

Son of Edward Ackroyd, of Southport; husband of Mabel R. Ackroyd, of Link Lodge, Malvern Link.

Citation

Son of Edward Ackroyd, of Southport; husband of Mabel R. Ackroyd, of Link Lodge, Malvern Link. Sp. Mem. 7.
An extract from "The London Gazette," dated 4th Sept., 1917, reads as follows:- "For most conspicuous bravery. During recent operations Capt. Ackroyd displayed the greatest gallantry and devotion to duty. Utterly regardless of danger, he worked continuously for many hours up and down and in front of the line tending the wounded and saving the lives of officers and men. In so doing he had to move across the open under heavy machine-gun, rifle and shell fire. He carried a wounded officer to a place of safety under very heavy fire. On another occasion he went some way in front of our advanced line and brought in a wounded man under continuous sniping and machine-gun fire. His heroism was the means of saving many lives, and provided a magnificent example of courage, cheerfulness, and determination to the fighting men in whose midst he was carrying out his splendid work. This gallant officer has since been killed in action."

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Commemorated on the Le Touret Memorial in France

10694 Private Abraham Acton V. C. 
"B" Coy. 2nd Bn. Border Regiment
16th May 1915, aged 21. 
​Panel 19 and 20.

Son of Robert and Elizabeth Eleanor Acton, of 4, Regent Square, Senhouse St., Whitehaven, Cumberland.

Citation

​An extract from "The London Gazette," dated 18th Feb., 1915, records the following:-"For conspicuous bravery on the 21st December, at Rouges-Bancs, in voluntarily going from his trench and rescuing a wounded man who had been lying exposed against the enemy's trenches for 75 hours; and on the same day again leaving his trench voluntarily, under heavy fire to bring into cover another wounded man. He was under fire for 60 minutes whilst conveying the wounded men into safety".

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Buried in Niagara Cemetery, Iwuy in France

Lieutenant Wallace Lloyd Algie V. C.
20th Bn. Canadian Infantry (Central Ontario Regiment), killed in action 11th October 1918 aged 23. Row C. 7.

Son of Dr. Algie, of 1155, King St., Toronto, and the late Rachel Algie.

​His headstone bears the inscription; "He That Loses His Life For MY Sake Shall Find It."

Citation
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An extract from "The London Gazette", No. 31155, dated 28th Jan., 1919, records the following:-"For most conspicuous bravery and self-sacrifice on the 11th October, 1918, north-east of Cambrai, when with attacking troops which came under heavy enfilade machine-gun fire from a neighbouring village. Rushing forward with nine volunteers, he shot the crew of an enemy machine gun, and, turning it on the enemy, enabled his party to reach the village. He then rushed another machine gun, killed the crew. captured an officer and 10 enemy, and thereby cleared the end of the village. Lt. Algie, having established his party, went back for reinforcements, but was killed when leading them forward. His valour and personal initiative in the face of intense fire saved many lives and enabled the position to be held."

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Buried in Péronne Road Cemetery in France

Lieutenant Colonel William Herbert Anderson V.C. 
12th Bn. Highland Light Infantry.
Killed in action 25th March 1918 aged 36,
​Plot II. G. 36.

Son of W. J. Anderson, C.B.E., of Strathairly, Largo, Fife, husband of Gertrude Campbell Anderson, of 23, Abingdon Court, Kensington, London.

​His headstone bears the inscription; "When My Spirit Enters To Its Rest My Lips Shall Say "I Too Have Known The Best""

Citation

An extract from the "London Gazette," dated 30th April, 1918, records the following:-"For most conspicuous bravery, determination, and gallant leading of his command. The enemy attacked on the right of the battalion frontage and succeeded in penetrating the wood held by our men. Owing to successive lines of the enemy following on closely there was the greatest danger that the flank of the whole position would be turned. Grasping the seriousness of the situation, Colonel Anderson made his way across the open in full view of the enemy now holding the wood on the right, and after much effort succeeded in gathering the remainder of the two right companies. He personally led the counter-attack and drove the enemy from the wood, capturing twelve machine guns and seventy prisoners, and restoring the original line. His conduct in leading the charge was quite fearless and his most splendid example was the means of rallying and inspiring the men during the most critical hour. Later on the same day, in another position, the enemy had penetrated to within three hundred yards of the village and were holding a timber yard in force. Colonel Anderson reorganised his men after they had been driven in and brought them forward to a position of readiness for a counter-attack. He led the attack in person and throughout showed the utmost disregard for his own safety. The counter-attack drove the enemy from his position, but resulted in this very gallant officer losing his life. He died fighting within the enemy's lines, setting a magnificent example to all who were privileged to serve under him."

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​Commemorated on the Le Touret Memorial in France

8191 Corporal William Anderson V. C. 
2nd Bn. Yorkshire Regiment
13th March 1915, aged 29. 
​Panel 12. 

​Native of Dallas, Elgin, Morayshire.

Citation

An extract from "The London Gazette", dated 21st May, 1915, records the following:-"For most conspicuous bravery at Neuve-Chapelle on 12th March, 1915, when he led three men with bombs against a large party of the enemy who had entered our trenches, and by his prompt and determined action saved, what might otherwise have become, a serious situation. Cpl. Anderson first threw his own bombs, then those in possession of his three men (who had been wounded) amongst the Germans, after which he opened rapid rifle fire upon them with great effect, notwithstanding that he was at the time quite alone".

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Commemorated on the Delhi Memorial India

Captain Henry John Andrews V. C. M. B. E.
Indian Medical Service
died 22nd October 1919, aged 48. 
​Panel Reference Face 12 and 18., (Buried Bannu Cem. 160.).

Citation

An extract from the Third Supplement to the "London Gazette," dated 7th Sept., 1920, records the following:- "For most conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty on the 22nd October, 1919, when as Senior Medical Officer in charge of Khajuri Post (Waziristan) he heard that a convoy had been attacked in the vicinity of the post, and that men had been wounded. He at once took out an Aid Post to the scene of action and, approaching under heavy fire, established an Aid Post under conditions which afforded some protection to the wounded but not to himself. Subsequently he was compelled to move his Aid Post to another position, and continued most devotedly to attend to the wounded. Finally, when a Ford van was available to remove the wounded, he showed the utmost disregard of danger in collecting the wounded under fire and in placing them in the van, and was eventually killed whilst himself stepping into the van on the completion of his task."

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Commemorated on the Heliopolis (Port Tewfik) Memorial in Egypt

Risaldar Badlu Singh, V. C.
14th Murray's Jat Lancers attd. 29th Lancers (Deccan Horse)
23rd September 1918. 

Son of Lal Singh, of Dhakla, Jhajjar, Rohtak, Punjab.


Citation

An extract from the Second Supplement to the "London Gazette," dated 26th Nov., 1918, records the following:- "For the most conspicuous bravery and self-sacrifice on the morning ofthe 23rd Sept., 1918, when his squadron charged a strong enemy position on the West bank of the Jordan between the river and Khes Samariveh Village. On nearing the position Ressaidar Badlu Singh realised that the squadron was suffering casualties from a small hill on the left front occupied by machine guns and 200 infantry. Without the slightest hesitation he collected six other ranks and with the greatest dash and an entire disregard of danger charged and captured the position, thereby saving very heavy casualties to the squadron. He was mortally wounded on the very top of the hill when capturing one of the machine guns single-handed, but the guns and infantry had surrendered before he died. His valour and initiative were of the highest order."

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​Buried in Annoeullin Communal Cemetery and German Extension

Captain Albert Ball, V. C. & D. S. O. & 2 bars, M. C. Mentioned in Despatches, Legion d'Honneur (France); Order of St. George, 4th Class (Russia).
56th Squadron, Royal Flying Corps
7th May 1917, aged 20. 

formerly 7th (Robin Hood) Bn. Sherwood Foresters (Notts and Derby Regiment), 

Son of Sir Albert Ball, J.P., of Stansted House, Wollaton Park, Nottingham.

Citation

An extract from the "London Gazette" dated 8th June 1917, records the following:- "For most conspicuous and consistent bravery from the 25th of April to the 6th of May, 1917, during which period Capt. Ball took part in twenty-six combats in the air and destroyed eleven hostile aeroplanes, drove down two out of control, and forced several others to land. In these combats Capt. Ball, flying alone, on one occasion fought six hostile machines, twice he fought five and once four. When leading two other British aeroplanes he attacked an enemy formation of eight. On each of these occasions he brought down at least one enemy. Several times his aeroplane was badly damaged, once so seriously that but for the most delicate handling his machine would have collapsed, as nearly all the control wires had been shot away. On returning with a damaged machine he had always to be restrained from immediately going out on another. In all, Capt. Ball has destroyed forty-three German aeroplanes and one balloon, and has always displayed most exceptional courage, determination and skill."

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​Commemorated on the Le Touret Memorial in France

15518 Private Edward Barber, V. C. 
1st Bn. Grenadier Guards
12th March 1915, aged 22.
​Panel 2. 

​Son of William and Sarah Ann Barber, of Miswell Lane, Tring, Herts.

Citation 

An extract from "The London Gazette," dated 19th April, 1915, records the following:- "For most conspicuous bravery on 12th March, 1915, at Neuve-Chapelle. He ran speedily in front of the grenade company to which he belonged, and threw bombs on the enemy with such effect that a very great number of them at once surrendered. When the grenade party reached Pte. Barber they found him quite alone and unsupported, with the enemy surrendering all about him."

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Buried in Essex Farm Cemetery in Belgium

17114 Private Thomas Barrett, V. C.
7th Bn. South Staffordshire Regiment
27th July 1917, aged 22.
Plot I. Z. 8. 

Son of James and Sarah Ann Barratt.

Citation

An extract from "The London Gazette," No. 30272, dated 4th Sept., 1917, records the following:- "For most conspicuous bravery when as Scout to a patrol he worked his way towards the enemy line with the greatest gallantry and determination, in spite of continuous fire from hostile snipers at close range. These snipers he stalked and killed. Later his patrol was similarly held up, and again he disposed of the snipers. When during the subsequent withdrawal of the patrol it was observed that a party of the enemy were endeavouring to outflank them, Pte. Barratt at once volunteered to cover the retirement, and this he succeeded in accomplishing. His accurate shooting caused many casualties to the enemy, and prevented their advance. Throughout the enterprise he was under heavy machine gun and rifle fire, and his splendid example of coolness and daring was beyond all praise. After safely regaining our lines, this very gallant soldier was killed by a shell."

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​Buried in Fillièvres British Cemetery in France

Lieutenant Edward Felix Baxter, V. C. 
1st/8th Bn King's (Liverpool) Regiment
18th April 1916, aged 30 years.
Row A. 10.

Son of Charles and Beatrice Baxter, of Hartlebury, Worcestershire; husband of Leonora M. Gray (formerly Baxter), of 10, Bungalow, R.A.F., Uxbridge.

Citation

​An extract from "The London Gazette," dated 26th Sept., 1916, records the following:-"For most conspicuous bravery. Prior to a raid on the hostile line he was engaged during two nights in cutting wire close to the enemy's trenches. The enemy could be heard on the other side of the parapet. Second Lieutenant Baxter, while assisting in the wire cutting, held a bomb in his hand with the pin withdrawn ready to throw. On one occasion the bomb slipped and fell to the ground, but he instantly picked it up, unscrewed the base plug, and took out the detonator, which he smothered in the ground, thereby preventing the alarm being given, and undoubtedly saving many casualties. Later, he led the left storming party with the greatest gallantry, and was the first man into the trench shooting the sentry with his revolver. He then assisted to bomb dug-outs, and finally climbed out of the trench and assisted the last man over the parapet. After this he was not seen again, though search parties went out at once to look for him. There seems no doubt that he lost his life in his great devotion to duty."

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​Commemorated on the Arras Memorial in France

Second Lieutenant Ernest Frederick Beal, V. C.
13th Bn. Yorkshire Regiment
22nd March 1918, aged 35. 
Panel Reference Bay 5. 

Son of John J. W. and Jane Stillman Beal, of 55, East St., Brighton.

Citation

An Extract from the "London Gazette", dated 31st May, 1918, records the following:-"For most conspicuous bravery and determined leading when in command of a company detailed to occupy a certain section of trench. When the company was established, it was found that a considerable gap of about 400 yards existed between the left flank of the company and the neighbouring unit, and that this gap was strongly held by the enemy. It was of vital importance that the gap should be cleared, but no troops were then available. Organising a small party of less than a dozen men, he led them against the enemy. On reaching an enemy machine gun, 2nd Lt. Beal immediately sprang forward, and with his revolver killed the team and captured the gun. Continuing along the trench he encountered and dealt with another machine gun in the same manner, and in all captured four enemy guns, and inflicted severe casualties. Later in the evening, when a wounded man had been left in the open under heavy enemy fire, he, regardless of danger, walked up close to an enemy machine gun and brought in the wounded man on his back. 2nd Lt. Beal was killed by a shell on the following morning."

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