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C.P.O. Gilbert Thums MTB 10 of the 2nd MTB Flotilla, Coastal Forces Hong Kong
Coxswain/Bosun C.P.O. Gilbert Thums MiD (D/J.96352) [HMS Cicila & acting 1st officer of MTB 10 (Camel's Head Plymouth)
Photo from Buddy Hide's collection ©
Gilbert was Mentioned in Despatches for distinguished services during the defence of Hong Kong.
[ 3390 SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, 2 JULY, 1946]
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Coxswain C.P.O. Gilbert Thums in Kukong 6th Jan 1942 ©
Cox C.P.O. Thums, S.P.O. Charlie Moore, A/B Downey, & Cox P.O. Prest in Kukong ©
The medals are, from left to right
The 1939-1945 Star.
The Atlantic Star
The Pacific Star
The 1939-1945 Medal, sometimes known as the Victory Medal, with oak leaf clasp for mention in dispatches in Hong Kong, 1941.
Long sevice and good conduct medal
Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence
