Auction Catalogue
Russia, Empire, Medal of St George for Bravery, 2nd Class, Gold, Nicholas II, officially numbered on the reverse ‘No 2966’ and impressed on the edge (5045 Cpy. Sgt. Maj. C. Newton. 2/Lin. R.) lacking suspension loop, edge bruising and contact marks, nearly very fine £800-1200
Medal of St George, 2nd Class London Gazette 25 August 1915.
M.I.D. London Gazette 22 June 1915.
Charles Newton served with the 2nd Lincolns in France from 5 November 1914, and was killed in action on 22 March 1915. He is commemorated by name in Rue-Petillon Military Cemetery, Fleurbaix.
Share This Page