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Pte. J Ives MM.
British Army 1st Btn. Middlesex Regiment
Pte Ives was my wife's grandfather. He was awarded the Military Medal.
The Citation reads:
"On 29th of September 1918 in front of Villers-Guislain, when his company attacked and was met by heavy machine gun and rifle fire, this man took command of a section which he led with marked success.
He set a notable example of courage and initiative under fire to the men around him, and was largely instrumental in gaining and maintaining ground on one portion of the front.
Awarded the Military Medal. Signed by.
Lieut.-Colonel
Commanding 1st Bn. Duke of Cambridge's Own Middlesex Regiment"