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A Great War ‘1914’ and Long Service Group of 4 awarded to Trooper John James Smith, 3rd Carabiniers, late 6th Dragoon Guards, comprising: 1914 Star with clasp ‘5th Aug.-22nd Nov. 1914’ (5381 Pte. J. J. Smith 6/D. Gds.), British War and Victory Medals, 1914-1920 (D-5381 Pte. J. J. Smith 6- D. Gds.), Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, GVR (389595 Tpr. J. J. Smith 3-Carabiniers.); medals officially impressed, group swing mounted on bar with reverse pin for wear, mounted as worn, held within contemporary leather pouch. Toned, pleasing very fine. (4) Trooper John Jones Smith enlisted for service with the 6th Dragoon Guards at New Cross, 7 December 1910. During the Great War he spent nearly five years serving in France and Flanders, with his regiment largely remaining mounted, although they did spend some time also in the trenches. As part of the 4th Cavalry Brigade, 2nd Cavalry Division, they took part in many of the important actions of 1914, such as at Mons and Le Cateau, and continued throughout the war. He later served in India for a year and a half. Upon his discharge after nearly 19 years’ service, 25 September 1929, his military conduct was marked as ‘Exemplary’, with the following testimonial: “A very good type of old soldier. Hardworking, thoroughly reliable, handy at any odd job, good form & knows a bit about gardening. Strictly sober in his habits. A willing and cheerful disposition. Has been employed as an officer’s servant for many years & has always given satisfaction. Is in possession of 2nd class certificate of education dated 23.7.20. Was a chemist’s porter before enlistment.” Sold with copy MIC, small red Certificate of Service book, official 2nd Class Certificate of Education, small silver ‘Army Rifle Association’ prize medal marked ‘1928 A.R.A. Squadron Shield Tpr J. Smith’ in original box, small silver ‘From the Officers - VI DG 1914-1918’ tribute medal, and hallmarked silver VI DG Carabiniers Cap Badge.