A Great War D.C.M. awarded to Sapper J. W. McTierman, Royal Engineers

Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (32932 Sapr. J. W. McTierman, 72/F. Coy. R.E.) nearly extremely fine £140-180

D.C.M. London Gazette 18 June 1917 ‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty while ferrying troops across the river. He steered a pontoon across four times under very heavy fire. He set a fine example to all ranks.’