London Gazette : 7 January 1949 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/38505/supplement/126/data.pdf https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/38505/supplement/127/data.pdf
Personal Number: 2725144 Rank: Corporal Name: V PIKE Unit: Irish Guards London Gazette : 7 January 1949 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/38505/supplement/127/data.pdf The KING has been graciously pleased to approve that the following be Mentioned in recognition of gallant and distinguished Services in Palestine during the period 27th March, 1947 to 26th September, 1947:— I. G'ds. 2725144 Cpl. V. PIKE.