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Corps of Military Police Record

Surname:Budgeon
Initials:W
Rank:Corporal
Army Number:P/14592
Notes:MFP. Formerly Sgt. 1 Royal West Kent Regiment, No. L/7709. Awarded the DCM (R W Kent Regt), 1914 Star, Victory and War Medals. First served abroad (1) France, 15/8/1914 to 23/10/16 and 1/4/18 to 11/11/18.
Decoration Record:
Decoration: Distinguished Conduct Medal (London Gazette: 30001 Page: 2987 March 26, 1917)
Citation: Awarded whilst serving with the Royal West Kent Regiment. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy's trenches. He assumed command of one of the raiding parties, and led his men forward with a great gallantry, inflicting heavy casualties on the enemy.