Object number
9303.12.1
Title
Army orders reward of Victoria Cross
Creator
Description
Army orders to Captain George de Cardennell Elmsell Findlay D.S.C., M.C., Royal Engineers documenting that he has been awarded the Victoria Cross. This is due to his behaviour near Catillon in November 1918. Captain Findlay acted bravely during an attack, saved men, and was able to begin rebuilding the bridge that he was previously building. The army orders are dated 7th March 1919 (07.03.1919). The orders are signed H. C. Holman.
Date
1919 - 1919
Production period
World War One, 1914-1918
Material
Dimensions
- Height: 343 mm
- Width: 216 mm