The Simon C. Marriage Collection of Medals to the Artillery

A Second War ‘Italian campaign’ M.B.E. group of seven awarded to Regimental Sergeant-Major Robert Webster, 47 Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment, Royal Artillery

The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, M.B.E. (Military) Member’s 2nd type breast badge; 1939-45 Star; Africa Star, 1 clasp, 1st Army; Italy Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45; Efficiency Medal, G.VI.R., 2nd issue, Territorial (1455716 W.O. Cl. 1. R. Webster M.B.E. R.A.) good very fine (7) £240-£280

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Simon C. Marriage Collection of Medals to the Artillery.

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M.B.E. (Military) London Gazette 24 August 1944: ‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Italy.’

The recommendation states:

‘During the Italian campaign this W.O.1. has been called upon to perform exceptional duties in organising Italian personnel operating Italian Searchlights and 20 m.m. guns in control of Lt. A.A. Harbour and Directional barrages. Largely as a result of his ability and tact the Italian personnel reached a high state of efficiency and morale. His management of a Brigade Rest Centre has resulted in the satisfaction of some 2500 O.Rs who have passed through. During the 2 years he has held his rank he has set a high standard of discipline among all N.C.Os. with whom he has come in contact by his personal example and inspiration.’