RSM S H Franey DCM

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S H Franey was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal:

S H Franey was a member of the 22nd Battalion Royal Fusiliers (the Sportsmans battalion) ; and first entered France in November 1915. He was discrged in 1919 after his role as Regimental Sergeant Major.

G/74823 T/RSM S H Franey 23rd Bn (Burton-on-Trent)
In France, since November 1915, to present date, he has shown great devotion to duty. In action he has shown great personal gallantry and displayed valuable powers of command. He has set a very high standard to all non-commissioned officers of the battalion; by his firmness and tact he has maintained the discipline of the training of young non-commissioned officers, he has performed most valuable services in the reconstruction of the battalion after very heavy casualties have been suffered. (3.9.19)