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Auction: 26002 - Orders, Decorations and Medals
Lot: 274

The mounted C.M.G., O.B.E. group of five miniature dress medals worn by Mr J. B. Denson, late Lieutenant, Intelligence Corps

Having spent the last moments of the Second World War interrogating Japanese Prisoners of War in the Far East; he latterly became British Ambassador in Nepal and Charge d'Affaires in Peking - the latter posting came during the height of Sino-Anglo tension which saw Denson himself bundled by a mob, also notably present for the release of Reuter's journalist Anthony Grey, who penned Hostage in Peking regading his ordeal; Denson was able to take the upper hand in an exchange with Chinese Premier Chou En-lai at a State Banquet on account of his excellent handle on his host's language

The Most Distinguished Order of St Michael & St George, Companion's (C.M.G.) Badge, silver-gilt and enamel; The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, Civil Division, Officer's (O.B.E.) breast Badge, silver-gilt; 1939-45 Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45, mounted as worn, good very fine (5)

For his full-size awards and a biographical note, please see Lot 185.

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Estimate
£60 to £80

Starting price
£50