Description: Vimy Ridge Military Medal WW1 to a Runner in the 38th Battalion to ''775137 L. CPL J. MCGROGAN 38/CAN:INF''.VFJohn McGrogan was born 1st March 1889 at Peel Township, Drayton, Ontario. He attested in the 126th battalion CEF on 27/12/16 giving his occupation as a Chauffeur. He served in France with the 38th battalion and was a Lance Corporal at the time of Vimy and a Company Runner. He was wounded in both legs 31/3/1918 and evacuated to England and eventually medically discharged. He died 4 March 1958.His Citation is as follows : 'For conspicuous gallantry during the Operations on VIMY RIDGE 9th and 13th April 1917.This man was a Company runner and performed most excellent work throughout the Operations.He repeatedly brought up messages and water to the most advanced post of his Company which no other runners could find. He repeatedly volunteered for this work and showed great coolness and courage although continually under heavy fire of all kinds.He set a splendid example and it is considered that he is fully deserving of an immediate reward.His service file is on-line for free at Library & Archives Canada.We can gladly combine items to save on shipping costs if you add to basket and send an invoice request before paying. See our other listings.Please visit our website : arcticmedals dot com for illustrated list of Military Medals and especially Canadian badges. Fair prices offered for your surplus items or trade.All items are unconditionally guaranteed as to authenticity. Any item may be returned for a refund if found to be incorrectly described. We are members of The Orders & Medals Research Society, (OMRS), The Orders & Medals Society of America (OMSA), The Military Collectors Club of Canada (MCC of C) & The Canadian Society of Medals & Military Insignia (CSMMI).
Price: 2400 CAD
Location: Calgary, Alberta
End Time: 2025-01-17T23:51:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 27.81 CAD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
Theme: Militaria
Original/Reproduction: Original
Region of Origin: Great Britain
Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
Modified Item: No