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Sarbeswar, Rajbangshi

Service number:
17102 IO
Nationality:
British-Indian

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Subadar (Captain)
Unit:
The Assam Regiment, Indian Army
Awarded on:
November 16th, 1944
Recommendation:
“On the 25 March 44 in the Mol He area, Subedar Sarbeswar's platoon was very heavily attacked from three sides and cut off from the remainder of the Company. Due to his excellent control and outstanding leadership, his platoon inflicted very heavy casualties on the attacking Jap. forces. This V.C.O. finally extricated his platoon with great skill, although hard pressed on all sides. Throughout the fight this V.C.O. displayed coolness and leadership worthy of the highest praise.”

Originally recommended for an IDSM, changed into and IOM, 2nd class, changed into a MC.
Military Cross (MC)

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