British Grouping Of Rfc Uniforms Named For The First World War

Set of First World War Royal Flying Corps (RFC) equipment belonging to Earnest Shaw Lawrence. It includes an officer's maternity tunic, bearing the rank of lieutenant with a braid on each epaulette. The pilot's wings are affixed to the left breast, accompanied by the Military Cross ribbon. The tailor's label "Arthur Shepard of Oxford & Cambridge" is sewn inside, along with an owner's label 'Shaw'. Also included are a leather glove, an RFC cap, a Sambrown belt with holster and ammunition pouch, bearing the name 'J.P. Glyn, Australian Field Artillery', and a German Imperial altimeter, which Lieutenant Lawrence would have carried as a souvenir. An exceptional aviation set. Originally sold directly by the family in the 1980s, it was unfortunately dispersed. A collector, however, has patiently rebuilt the set over the years.

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Ministry of War,February 4, 1918.His Majesty the King has deigned to award the following decorations for gallantry and distinguished service in the field. The acts of gallantry for which these decorations have been awarded will be announced in the London Gazette as soon as possible:-Decoration of the Military Cross.Second Lieutenant Lawrence Ernest Shaw-Lawrence, E. Kent R. and R.F.C.The citation appeared in the London Gazette on July 5, 1918:Second Lieutenant Lawrence Ernest Shaw-Lawrence, E. Kent R. and R.F.C.For most conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. Carried out thirteen contact patrols and reconnaissances, many of them at very low altitude and in very bad weather, under heavy rifle and machine-gun fire. During an enemy attack, he carried out three patrols in a single day at low altitude under heavy fire, bringing back valuable information. During one of these patrols, he attacked a large enemy group from a height of 30 meters and dispersed it with machine-gun fire. He showed exceptional determination and initiative.Born in Melbourne, Australia, June 1, 1888Royal Navy Reserve Engineer (temporary) August 14, 1914Royal Navy Master Engineer (RNAS) from May 27, 1915 to March 10, 1916Second Lieutenant, 3/4th Battalion East Kent Regiment, from March 11, 1916 to September 1917Seconded to the Royal Flying Corps on September 11, 1917Awarded the Military Cross on February 4, 1918Promoted to Lieutenant, Royal Air Force, April 1, 1918Served as master mechanic aboard HMS President II (date unknown)