Distinguished Conduct Medals awarded in Crimean War

The Distinguished Conduct Medal ( DCM) was introduced in 1984 during the Crimean War for Warrant Officers and other Ranks to recognise distinguished, gallant and good conduct in the field. The medal was considered very important and only the Victoria Cross ranked more highly.

The DCM was awarded to:-

Sergeant Major W Hart

Hospital Sergeant T Austin

Corporal J Cunningham

Corporal O Powell

Corporal W McWhiney

Corporal P Torpy

Private H Carroll

Private T Crawford

Private R Cruikshanks

Private T Read

Private A Fawkes

Private J McGann

Private J Magrath

Private J Robinson

Private J Samples

Private G Saunders