6980328 Fusilier Ernest CLARKE, MM, 2nd Bn. Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers

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  1. dbf

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    Army Number: 6980328
    Rank: Fusilier
    Name: Ernest CLARKE, MM
    Unit: 2 Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers


    London Gazette : 18 October 1945
    https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/37310/supplement/5101/data.pdf
    The King has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Italy: —
    The Military Medal.
    No. 6980328 Fusilier Ernest CLARKE, The Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (Newtownards, Co. Down).
     
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  3. bexley84

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    “This fusilier is a Bren Gunner in the company and during the last three actions has caused many casualties to the enemy. During the breakout at the SANTERNO Bridgehead he spotted an enemy Spandau post. Without orders he was quickly in position and with his first magazine he killed the crew of the enemy gun. He then joined in the assault, firing from the hip, charging straight for the enemy, as a direct result of this 20 prisoners were taken.

    During the enemy counter attack on the 18th April 1945, he got into position, completely in the open on the top of the flood bank, and remained there until he had fired the whole of his ammunition at the enemy who were advancing no more than 30 yards away. It was largely due to his devastating fire that the counter attack was broken up., and his disregard for his own safety was an example to the whole company.”
     

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