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Sergeant Hayward Leading His Men Across An Orchard, Near Festubert, To Attack The German Lines. During the afternoon of Sunday, May 16th 1915, Sergeant Hayward of the 7th London Regiment, received orders to reinforce a communication trench captured from the Germans near Festubert, earlier in the day. On reaching the trench they proceeded along it for about a mile, and orders were then given to attack a neighbouring farmhouse and occupy an orchard adjoining it. As they emerged from cover the Germans opened fire upon them with machine guns, besides hurling grenades. In spite of the heavy fire, Hayward and his men crossed the orchard until further advance was held up by barbed wire. Taking cover, they held their ground for some time, but were eventually obliged to retire. Hayward showed both coolness and courage in the task of withdrawing his men from a dangerous position, and was rewarded with the D.C.M. Item Code : DTE0306 Sergeant Hayward Leading His Men Across An Orchard, Near Festubert, To Attack The German Lines. - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING PRINT First World War antique black and white book plate published c.1916-18 of glorious acts of heroism during the Great War. This plate may also have text on the reverse side which does not affect the framed side. Title and text describing the event beneath image as shown. Full Item Details Paper size 10.5 inches x 8.5 inches (27cm x 22cm) none £13.00

Lance Sergeant Belcher and his men dispersing the enemy by rapid firing. Early on the morning of May 13th 1915, the enemy opened a very fierce and continuous bombardment on an advanced breastwork, south of the Wieltje-St Julien toad, frequently blowing it in. Lance Sergeant Douglas Walter, of the 1/5th (City of London) Battalion. The London Regiment (London Rifle Brigade) determined that he would remain with a mere handful of men, and endeavour to hold his position after the troops near him had been withdrawn. He and his men stood their ground throughout the day, opening rapid fire on the enemy, who were only 150 to 200 yards distant, whenever they were seen massing for an attack. The bold front shown by the British party prevented the enemy from breaking through on the Wieltje Road, besides averting besides averting an attack on the flank of one of the British Divisions. Lance Sergeant Belcher was awarded the V.C. for most conspicuous gallantry. Item Code : DTE0420 Lance Sergeant Belcher and his men dispersing the enemy by rapid firing. - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING PRINT First World War antique black and white book plate published c.1916-18 of glorious acts of heroism during the Great War. This plate may also have text on the reverse side which does not affect the framed side. Title and text describing the event beneath image as shown. Full Item Details Paper size 10.5 inches x 8.5 inches (27cm x 22cm) none £13.00

Acting Sergeant Pike Fresh Supplies of Bombs Under Heavy Shellfire To A Bombing Party In A Captured German Trench. On reaching the German trenches, on the occasion of the British attack at Rouges Bancs on May 9th 1915, the bombing party drove the enemy down the trench for about one hundred yards. They ran short of bombs however, and Acting Sergeant Pike of the 1/13th Battalion The London Regiment, called for a volunteer to fetch a fresh supply from the British lines. Three men mounted the parapet together, but they dropped, riddled with machine gun bullets. Undismayed by their fate, acting Sergeant Pike gallantry climbed out of the trench and crossed under heavy shell fire to the British lines, 250 yards away. He returned with two sacks of bombs and grenades, and a promise from an officer of the 2nd Scottish Rifles that a machine gun would be sent to his assistance. For his conspicuous gallantry and ability, Acting Sergeant (now Sergeant) Pike was awarded the D.C.M. Item Code : DTE0301 Acting Sergeant Pike Fresh Supplies of Bombs Under Heavy Shellfire To A Bombing Party In A Captured German Trench. - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING PRINT First World War antique black and white book plate published c.1916-18 of glorious acts of heroism during the Great War. This plate may also have text on the reverse side which does not affect the framed side. Title and text describing the event beneath image as shown. Full Item Details Paper size 10.5 inches x 8.5 inches (27cm x 22cm) none £13.00

Private Day Helping A Comrade Out Of A Watercourse At Festubert Under Heavy Fire. During the British advance at Festubert on May 16th 1915, one of the men fell into a watercourse and the nature of its banks prevented him from getting out by him. Private A. E. Day of the 7th London Regiment, at once went to help of his comrade and, after helping him out, brought him into safety under heavy shellfire. For his gallant conduct Day was awarded the D.C.M. Item Code : DTE0346 Private Day Helping A Comrade Out Of A Watercourse At Festubert Under Heavy Fire. - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING PRINT First World War antique black and white book plate published c.1916-18 of glorious acts of heroism during the Great War. This plate may also have text on the reverse side which does not affect the framed side. Title and text describing the event beneath image as shown. Full Item Details Paper size 10.5 inches x 8.5 inches (27cm x 22cm) none £13.00

The London Regiment, City of London Battalions by Richard Caton Woodville (P) Item Code : UN0458 The London Regiment, City of London Battalions by Richard Caton Woodville (P) - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING ORIGINAL PAINTING Original chromolithograph, published c.1900. Full Item Details Image size 7 inches x 11 inches (18cm x 28cm) none £75.00

The London Regiment, City of London Battalions by Richard Caton Woodville (P) Item Code : UN0459 The London Regiment, City of London Battalions by Richard Caton Woodville (P) - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING ORIGINAL PAINTING Original chromolithograph, published c.1900. Full Item Details Image size 7 inches x 11 inches (18cm x 28cm) none £75.00

The London Regiment, City of London Battalions by Richard Caton Woodville (P) Item Code : UN0460 The London Regiment, City of London Battalions by Richard Caton Woodville (P) - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING ORIGINAL PAINTING Original chromolithograph, published c.1900. Full Item Details Image size 7 inches x 11 inches (18cm x 28cm) none £75.00

3rd County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) by Richard Caton Woodville (P) Item Code : UN0461 3rd County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) by Richard Caton Woodville (P) - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING ORIGINAL PAINTING Original chromolithograph, punlished c.1900. Full Item Details Image size 7 inches x 11 inches (18cm x 28cm) none £75.00

The London Scottish (1st Volunteer Battalion Rifle Brigade, 7th Middlesex) by G Douglas Giles (P) Item Code : UN0500 The London Scottish (1st Volunteer Battalion Rifle Brigade, 7th Middlesex) by G Douglas Giles (P) - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING ORIGINAL PAINTING Original chromolithograph published 1880. Full Item Details Image size 9 inches x 6 inches (23cm x 15cm) none £70.00

3rd County of London Sharpshooters 1902-1909 by R Marrion Item Code : UN0413 3rd County of London Sharpshooters 1902-1909 by R Marrion - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING PRINT Open edition print. Full Item Details Image size 7 inches x 10 inches (18cm x 25cm) none £9.00

3rd County of London Sharpshooters 1902-1907 by R Marrion Item Code : UN0414 3rd County of London Sharpshooters 1902-1907 by R Marrion - Editions Available TYPE DESCRIPTION SIZE SIGNATURES OFFERS PRICE PURCHASING PRINT Open edition print. Full Item Details Image size 7 inches x 10 inches (18cm x 25cm) none £9.00