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N S Cains

Commemorated at
Given name
Norman Sydney
Family name
Cains
Additional information
Gender
Male
Rank (legacy)
Capt
Unit at embarkation
34th Battalion, B Coy
Service (legacy)
Army
Conflicts
WW1
Campaign (legacy)
Western Front
Fate
RTA 12 June 1919
Decorations (legacy)
Military Cross
Veteran Notes/Bio

Medals

Military Cross



Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 15/19

Bar to Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty west of Bray on 22nd August 1918. He commanded a company on the left flank during a withdrawal of the line, protecting that flank which was in the air, and maintaining liaison with the next unit. His courae, determination, and ability were a fine example to the men, and contributed to the defeat of the counter attack.'

Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 67

Date: 3 June 1919

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