Army Number: 321580 Rank: Serjeant Name: Eric William ABBOTT, MM Unit: 23 Hussars London Gazette: 19 October 1944 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36753/supplement/4788/data.pdf The KING has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in North West Europe: — The Military Medal. No. 321580 Sergeant Eric William Abbott, 23rd Hussars, Royal Armoured Corps (Watford).
Recommendation for Award for Abbott, Eric William Rank: Serjeant Service No:... | The National Archives Reference: WO 373/49/232 Name Abbott, Eric William Rank: Serjeant Service No: 321580 Regiment: 23 Hussars Theatre of Combat or Operation: North West Europe 1944-45 Award: Military Medal Date of announcement in London Gazette: 19 October 1944
C Squadron Eric William Abbott Born 7 Jan 1919 in Watford, Hertfordshire Married 1943 in Watford (4 children) Died 1985 in Watford