London Gazette : 7 January 1949 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/38505/supplement/128/data.pdf https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/38505/supplement/129/data.pdf
Army Number: 2725744 Rank: Guardsman Name: S FLETCHER Unit: Irish Guards London Gazette : 7 January 1949 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/38505/supplement/129/data.pdf The War Office, 7th January, 1949. The KING has been graciously pleased to approve that the following be Mentioned in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Palestine during the period 27th September, 1947—26th March, 1948: I. G'ds 2725744 Gdsm. S. FLETCHER