Private John W. Child, D.C.M. 6th. Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers He was awarded the D.C.M. for gallant conduct on 4th June 1915 south of Krithia, (Dardanelles) Gallipoli, for volunteering to attack a redoubt, and holding it with 4 other men until relieved ten hours later. He had previously been mentioned for gallantry. Private Child died from his wounds on 4th August 1915, shortly after having earned his distinction. His medal was presented to his father in the Town Hall, Todmorden, on 30th November 1915.

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