CAPT A.M.MATTHEWS R.G.A.
Alfred Melvin Matthews
Born Fareham, Hampshire 1880
Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, Fife Artillery (Southern Division) 1898
To France 25/9/14 with 109th Heavy Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery & qualified for the Aug-Nov 1914 Clasp
Mentioned in Despatches for his 'gallant & distinguished service in the field' by Field Marshall Sir John French, LG 17/2/15
Promoted Major & was still serving with 9th Battery RGA in Central India 6/10/20
Later lived at Bodynfoel Hall, Llanfechain, Montgomeryshire, Wales
Died Llanfechain 8/2/1938
With copy of his Medal Index Card & Medal Rolls plus London Gazette details & supporting research documentation
Condition: Surface somewhat discoloured & lightly corroded, VF
Note: The MID Oakleaf & Victory Ribbon is for illustration purposes only
