Neeson, Percival Gorman (Second Lieutenant, b.1886 - d.1958)

Collection relating to the First World War service of Second Lieutenant Percival Gorman Neeson MC, 26 Battalion, France, 1916.

Wallet 1 of 1 - Consists of three letters, a radiographer's report, and a telegram related to Neeson's service on the Western Front in 1916. The radiographer's report, written on 30 July 1916, records a fracture to Neeson's skull [he had suffered a bullet wound during the Battle of Pozieres]. Two of the letters, written by [4274 Private] William Cardinal Wynne, describe Neeson's reputation among the men of 26 Battalion and recount his actions at Pozieres, including his heroism during a gas attack, his wounding, and his current condition. The telegram carries instructions for Neeson to attend a ceremony at Buckingham Palace [for the presentation of his Military Cross].