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225231 Pte. William Henry Edwards MM. British Army 9th Battalion Welsh Regiment from:Swansea Bill Edwards joined the 9th Battalion, Welsh Regiment and went to France in July 1915. He never spoke about his experience to anyone, including his daughter. The only thing he ever said is that he could still hear the guns. It was only of few years ago that his grandson, whilst researching family history, discovered that he had been awarded the Military Medal. This was gazetted on 13th September 1918 but the family are unable to discover why this was awarded. His daughter or grandchildren never saw any of his medals. He was one of the kindest, gentlest men you could ever meet Additional Information: William Henry Edwards was my GG Greatfather, born in Mardy in 1890 His profession was a Miner. In September 1914 William enlisted in the 10th (1st Rhondda) Battalion, Welsh Regiment and served in France 1915 to 1918 On the 13th of September 1918 He was awarded the Military Medal (London Gazette) On the 14th of January 1919 William was transferred to reserves and returned to Mardy, his family and coal mining. He was also awarded the Victory, British and 15 Star medals whilst remaining a Private throughout. Keith Simpson Reply Please type your message:      We recommend you copy the text about this item and keep a copy on your own computer before pressing submit. Your Name:             Email Address:       @ **Please put first part of your email, (before the @ sign) in the first box, and the second part in the second box. Do not include @, it is automatic. Do not enter your full email in each box or add an @ sign or random spaces.**