Home » A fine group of 9 to Major Cyril Henry Wallace Pugh, MC, MBE: 21st (4th Public Schools) Bn Royal Fusiliers & 6th KSLI, twice wounded 1917–18, awarded MC for gallantry July 1918 & MBE June 1944 for Home Guard; Oxford BA/MA Law, with photos & research file
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A fine group of 9 to Major Cyril Henry Wallace Pugh, MC, MBE: 21st (4th Public Schools) Bn Royal Fusiliers & 6th KSLI, twice wounded 1917–18, awarded MC for gallantry July 1918 & MBE June 1944 for Home Guard; Oxford BA/MA Law, with photos & research file

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A Good Group of 9 to Private Cyril Henry Wallace Pugh
21st (4th Public Schools) Battalion, Royal Fusiliers

Later joined the 6th Battalion King’s Shropshire Light Infantry
Twice wounded in action: 11th February 1917 and 25th February 1918

Military Cross - London Gazette 18th July 1918
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when in command of a platoon in an attack. When the advance was checked, he reinforced the leading wave on his own initiative and enabled the advance to continue. He led his men to the final objective with great vigour, and twice assisted another platoon by covering with Lewis Gun fire when held up. He showed splendid leadership and initiative.

M.B.E. - London Gazette 8th June 1944
Awarded as Major, O.C. “F” Company, Salop Home Guard.
Major Pugh showed outstanding ability in holding the company together and bringing it up to a high standard. In spite of many onerous civil commitments, he displayed great dedication to Home Guard duty, setting a splendid example to all those who came into contact with him. His efficiency, energy, and cheerful disposition helped the unit overcome many difficulties during its short history.

Service Summary:

  • PS/3118 Private - 21st (4th Public Schools) Battalion, Royal Fusiliers

  • Commissioned Officer - 6th Battalion, King’s Shropshire Light Infantry

  • Captain - 6th Battalion, K.S.L.I.

  • Major - Shropshire Home Guard (“F” Company)

  • Wounded twice in WWI (11th Feb 1917, 25th Feb 1918)

  • Military Cross for gallantry (18 July 1918)

  • M.B.E. for Home Guard service (8 June 1944)

Education:
From Oswestry, later attended St John’s College, Oxford, where he received a B.A. in Law and M.A. in Law (1919).

Group Includes:

  • Full-size medal group of 9 (M.B.E., Military Cross, WWI and WWII campaign medals, etc.)

  • 10 pages of family history

  • Large file of research

  • Copies of photographs in uniform

A fine and complete group spanning distinguished service in both World Wars.