Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Great War Gallipoli operations D.S.M. group of six awarded to Leading Telegraphist C. H. Thomas, Royal Navy, who manned No. 1 Wireless Station at Cape Helles throughout the campaign

Distinguished Service Medal, G.V.R. (J. 19105 C. H. Thomas, Ord. Tel., Gallipoli Opns. 1915-6); 1914-15 Star (J. 19105 C. H. Thomas, Ord., R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (J. 19105 C. H. Thomas, L. Tel., R.N.); Defence and War Medals 1939-45, contact marks and a little polished, otherwise generally very fine (6) £800-1000

D.S.M. London Gazette 15 May 1916:

‘In recognition of services rendered by Petty Officers and men of the Eastern Mediterranean Squadron between the time of landing in the Gallipoli Peninsula in April 1915 and the evacuation in December 1915-January 1916.’

The original joint recommendation states:

‘Stationed at No. 1 Wireless Station Cape Helles. Have served continuously since 25 April, both displaying great ability and resource on all occasions.’

Cyril H. Thomas was borne on the books of the battleship H.M.S. Lord Nelson, prior to landing at Cape Helles on 25 April 1915.