Publication date: 16 Apr 1918.
Issue: 30636.
Page: 4661.
Name: P. G. Elphick D. C. M.
Marital Status: Not given.
Occupation: Royal Sussex Regiment.
War Office, 17th April 1918. With reference to the announced award of the Distinguished Conduct Medal in the Honours Supplement to the London Gazette dated 1st January, 1918, the following are the acts of gallantry for which the decorations have been awarded:- 240048 Sjt. P. G. Elphick, R. Suss. R. (Newick). For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This N. C. O. has constantly come to notice for his fine leadership and gallantry under very trying conditions, when carrying out work under heavy fire. By his example he has inspired his men to continue working, though exposed to great danger, thereby enabling important tasks to be completed.