Miniature Group to Lieut. - Cdr Anthony Launcelot Dean Coke R.N. DSO

[Bill Brouillard Jr.]

This group has been in my collection since 1995 and I thought I would share this with the group

 

Honours for Operations off Terschelling on the 11th August, 1918.

 

The KING (is) pleased to approve of the award of the following honour and decorations to the undermentioned Officers of Coastal Motor Boats in recognition of their gallantry during a reconnaissance of the West Frisian coast on the 11th August, 1918: 

 

To be a Companion of the Distinguished Service Order.

 

Lieut.-Cdr. Anthony Launcelot Henry Dean Coke, R.N. During the course of the operation the Coastal Motor Boats were attacked by hostile aircraft, and, although greatly outnumbered, succeeded in bringing down two enemy aircraft. Lieut.-Cdr. Coke, who was Senior Officer of the flotilla, showed great determination, gallantry and courage in continuing his reconnaissance in spite of the presence of the enemy. The Coastal Motor Boats led by Lieut.- Cdr. Coke fought a very gallant action against superior odds, and continued to do so until all their ammunition was expended or their Lewis guns rendered useless by jambing.

[coldstream]

Exceptionally nice group, case and photograph, any ideas where his full size group now resides? Thanks for showing us.

 

Regards, Simon.

[Bill Brouillard Jr.]

On 18/06/2022 at 06:16, coldstream said:

Exceptionally nice group, case and photograph, any ideas where his full size group now resides? Thanks for showing us.

 

Regards, Simon.

Not sure Simon - I saw them about 6 years ago in a Dix Noonan and Webb Catalog

 

Bill

 

[coldstream]

Thanks Bill,

 

Had a quick search through DNW's online previous Lots record but couldn't find them, will have a better search after work.

 

Simon.

[Graf]

Very nice Group I love it

[azyeoman]

A wonderful gallantry group!

[Bill Brouillard Jr.]

Thank you for your comments - I am pleased with this group not only for the heroism but the Craftsmanship of the British miniature medals.

 

Bill