201308 Captain Frederick George KING, MBE, RAOC- HELP with MiD!

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  1. Barney King

    Barney King Member

    Hello all,

    I am currently researching my great-grandfather's service but cannot find why he was awarded his MiD. I have found his mentions in the London Gazette but no further detail. Are recommendation letters available online or do they exist in TNA? I have found out why he was awarded his MBE but am struggling with this. I have included his information below and would be most grateful for any help.

    Thank you,


    Barney

    First name- Frederick
    Middle names- George
    Last name- King
    Place of birth- Walthamstow
    Date of birth- 03/01/1912
    Awarded the 1939-45 star, Africa star, Italy star, 1939-45 war medal, MBE, MiD, Kings silver war badge
    Service- 8th Army
    Regiment- Royal Army Ordnance Corp
    Service number- TA 1428614 Officers service number 201308
    Rank- highest achieved Captain
    Enlisted- 25/04/1938
     
  2. davidbfpo

    davidbfpo Patron Patron

    His MBE record is available to download for free after you register. File: WO 373/72/801. See: Recommendation for Award for King, Frederick George Rank: Lieutenant Service... | The National Archives

    Long day when I read your post, unsure whether you had this.

    Identifying a MiD is difficult, so I've relied on members patience and skill. Hopefully one of them will be along.

    He has not appeared here before your post, either by name or number.

    We always recommend applying for a service record, even if it may take a year to appear, either from MoD or TNA. Some tips en route next.
     
    Last edited: Dec 23, 2024
  3. Barney King

    Barney King Member

    Thank you very much for your help, I was able to find this document which is his recommendation for his MBE but cannot find his recommendation for his MiD. Do you know where I may find this if it is not on the same TNA search area?
     
  4. Richelieu

    Richelieu Well-Known Member

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    Barney King Member

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  6. minden1759

    minden1759 Senior Member

    He commanded XIII (British) Corps Troops Ordnance in both Sicily and Italy.

    XIII (British) Corps had a huge part in the Fourth Battle of Cassino in May 44.

    Regards

    Frank
     
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  7. Barney King

    Barney King Member

    Hello,

    Thank you very much for this information, it is incredibly helpful. May I ask how you find this out or where I can find more about him? I have tried to find his unit diaries but I am struggling.

    Thank you,


    Barney
     
  8. minden1759

    minden1759 Senior Member

    Barney.

    I am a battlefield guide for the Italian Campaign and specialise in the four battles of Monte Cassino Jan-May 44. They are awesome.

    I found his command in the citation for his MBE.

    I am not surprised that he was recognised, logistics is a fundamental part of warfare.

    Regards

    Frank
     
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  9. minden1759

    minden1759 Senior Member

    Barney.

    Get hold of Gary Tankard in this site.

    If WDs exist for his sub-unit, Gary will find them.

    Regards

    Frank
     
  10. Barney King

    Barney King Member

    Frank,

    Thank you very much, I will try.


    Barney
     

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