Lot 5 , The WWI War diaries of Sapper H J Matthews, 23669, Royal Engineers,

The WWI War diaries of Sapper H J Matthews, 23669, Royal Engineers, who died, reported "killed in action", on 8th November 1917, together with typed transcripts of same, consisting of three diaries covering 1914-1917, together with a note book on "Field Works", commenced 22nd January, 1913, in black ink and illustrated with diagrams, with other documents, including notification of death, two Valentine cards. Medals include Star medals for 1914 and 1915, two Victory medals, 1914-18 War medal and a miniature trio
Estimate £300-500

Trio - SPR. H. J. MATTHEWS R.E

Star and Victory - PLY 10864 PTE. J. W. MATTHEWS. R.M.L.I


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Sold for £420