MCGREGOR C

From Hoole History and Heritage Society

McGREGOR, Charles

Regiment: 1 Bn Cheshire Regiment

Rank: Sergeant

Number: 51812

Died: 2 September 1918

Aged: 31

Buried/Memorial: Vaulx Hill Cemetery

Address: 17 Charles Street, Hoole


DISTINGUISHED CONDUCT MEDAL CITATION

London Gazette 15 November 1918

51812 SJT C MCGREGOR, CHES R (HOOLE, CHESTER).

When the advance of the battalion was held up by the enemy machine gun fire, he went out single-handed and killed the detachment and captured the machine gun. His gallant action saved the battalion many casualties. Throughout the day he set a splendid example of courage and devotion to duty.