Category Archives: Honour Roll – British Stories

Stories and photographs concerning Britons during times of war.

Mixed Up & Missing – The Missing War Medals of Wartime Brothers – Lance Corporal Rowland George Bailey and Private Cyril Edward Bailey

Tweet Those who have heard of the Niland family from the United States, were no doubt moved by the loss of life sustained by this group of brothers during the Second World War.  If you have not heard of the … Continue reading

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Missing War Medals of Major Silas DANBY D.S.O. M.C.

Tweet The missing war medals of Major Silas DANBY are being sought by his family.  These missing medals consist of:- The Distinguished Service Order, the Military Cross, 1914-1915 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal and the 1939-1945 War Medal.  His … Continue reading

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Traditions – Why Veterans Place Their Right Hand Over Their Heart – ANZAC DAY, VETERANS DAY & REMEMBRANCE DAY

Tweet I was sent an email from one of my friends in New Zealand, regarding a tradition for which I had no answer to. Christopher NEALE (who is interested in purchasing any war service medals attributed to his surname “NEALE”) … Continue reading

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For King And Empire – Thomas Edward Jones Of The Durham Light Infantry

Tweet When the Britain braced for war in the months leading up to August of 1914, many a lad would take into serious consideration – which branch of the service he would enlist if England was to be drawn into a European conflict. However, … Continue reading

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Do You Know George Green of 16 Hope Street, Southport – England Who Lived here During World War One?

Tweet Do you know George GREEN who lived at 16 Hope Street, Southport in England during World War One?  If so, we are seeking to make contact with him or one of his descendants. Medals Gone Missing have recently purchased … Continue reading

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