Medal & Mortality index
The Distinguished Service Order was instituted by Queen Victoria, September
6th, 1886. May be conferred on Commissioned Officers who have been
specially mentioned in despatches for meritorious or distinguished service in
the field or before the enemy. Bars may be added for additional acts of
gallantry. Since August 1st, 1918, this Order has been awarded in respect of
active service for "services in action " only, i.e., for service under fire or
for distinguished individual service in connection with air-raids, bombardments
or other enemy action.
BLACKWOOD, Lt.-Col. Albemarle Price 2/Border Regt. (Adjt. 1 /Artists)
BUTKOVA DZUNA, 20th December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. He conducted a most successful raid on a village in the enemy's lines,
which resulted in the capture of 55 prisoners and heavy casualties to the enemy.
The success of the enterprise was due to his forethought and skilful handling of
his command.