Army Number: 3972208 Rank: Corporal Name: L BATES, MiD Unit: Welch Regiment attached Special Boat Section London Gazette : 27 April 1944 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36486/supplement/1928/data.pdf The KING has been graciously pleased to approve that the following be Mentioned in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in North Africa : — Infantry. Welch R. 3972208 Sergt. L. Bates.
Recommendation for Award for Bates, L Rank: Corporal Service No: 3972208 ... | The National Archives Reference: WO 373/94/452 Name Bates, L Rank: Corporal Service No: 3972208 Regiment: 2 Special Boat Section Theatre of Combat or Operation: The London Omnibus List For Gallant and Distinguished Services in the Field Award: Mention in Despatches Date of announcement in London Gazette: 27 April 1944