MACNISH, Charles James

Rank: 
Colour Sergeant
Unit / Base: 
'42 Commando RM'
Regiment/Corps: 
Royal Marines
Service: 
Royal Navy
Number: 
CH/X 4270
Honours & Awards: 
Died : 
Thursday, November 22, 2018
Charles James Macnish 42 Commando
Corporal (Acting Sergeant) Charles Macnish, 'S' Troop [1], was awarded the Military Medal for gallant and distinguished service with 3 Commando Brigade, Royal Marines in Malaya during the period 1st January to 30th June, 1952 [2]. His final rank attained was Colour Sergeant [3].
 
Sources
[1] National Archives file WO 373/131/48.
[2] London Gazettes Supp. 39675, page 5528.
[3] + [Image] Anna and Derek Smith (daughter and son in law).
 

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