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L/Cpl. Richard Leonard Blakeman DCM.
British Army 1st Battalion Worcestershire Regiment
from:Thickbroom Cottages, Weeford, Lichfield, Staffs
Richard Blakeman was my Grandfather and served during The Great War from 5th November 1914, when he would have been just 19 Years old and was discharged injured on 8th June 1917. According to information I have from my Aunt he rescued two comrades at The Battle of Neuve Chappell. I have very little other information of my Grandfather but do have his DCM which bears his rank name and Service Number, it seems for his bravery he was promoted to Lance Corporal.
I have searched Ancestry.co.uk
records but only have basic information and cannot find any record of his DCM award other than the fact I have the medal in my possession. It would be lovely to find out more.
Editors Note: Medal awards are listed in the London Gazette, which will give you the date of the action.