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RSM. William Turner Benneworth DCM, MID.
British Army 18th Battalion Durham Light Infantry
from:Sunderland
William Turner Benneworth's DCM citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He made a personal reconnaissance under a heavy machine gun fire over 8oo yards of ground,
this saving a very dangerous situation. Later, when in command of a post, he showed great courage and skill in covering the retirement of other
troops, killing six of the enemy himself. He set a fine example to all.
He also received the Belgian 'Chevalier de l'Ordre de Leopold 11'