1914 TRIO to 4-6823 PTE Frederick DEAR 2nd BEDFORDSHIRE REGT. To France 11/11/14 where later he probably witnessed the 1914 Christmas Truce. KIA F&F 16/6/15 during attack on 'The Crater' near Givenchy-lès-la-Bassée - ON SALE

4-6823 PTE F.DEAR 2/BEDF.R. (on 1914 Star)

4-6823 PTE F.DEAR BEDF.R. (on pair)

Frederick Dear

Born Hitchin, Hertfordshire

To France 11/11/14

Note: Pte Dear was present so probably witnessed - and may well have fraternised in - the famous Christmas Day Truce, which the 2nd Bedford's took part in at Fleurbaix 25/12/14

Unofficially reported 'Missing' following an unsuccessful attack in the vicinity of 'The Crater' near Givenchy-lès-la-Bassée

Officially KIA F&F 16/6/15

Commemorated on the Le Touret Memorial, France

With copy of his Medal Index Card, SDGW & CWGC details plus supporting research documentation

Condition: On old silk ribbons. Light edge knock on BWM. Toned NEF