posted on 2024-01-15, 08:59authored byLest We Forget Project Team
Alfred Herbert Roby, born in February 1873 in Knowsley, Lancashire, served with the 11th Battalion of the Somerset Light Infantry late on in the First World War from May 1918 until March 1919.
Having originally enlisted in September, 1915, he was primarily employed as a stretcher bearer with the 11th Somerset Light Infantry and was awarded the Military Medal in March 1919 for his service in this role.
History
Name of contributor(s)
Denis Roby
Subject of the story/individual the object(s) relate to
Private Alfred Herbert Roby, 266253, Somerset Light Infantry.
Date(s) the event(s) in the story took place
May - November 1918
Location(s) where the event(s) in the story took place
The Somme region of France, including the Battle of Albert in August 1918.
Object(s)
Military Medal, British War and Victory Medals, letter from C.O. regarding the award of the Military Medal, and Certificate of Employment During the War.