Maj. Hutchins, then with the Grenadier Guards, was on the administrative staff of the Coastal Command as of October 10, 1938. It was in that capacity that he ended up captaining the Swallow during Operation Dynamo at Dunkirk, transporting 68 troops during the evacuation.
His group includes:
1919 Military Cross. Silver, 46 x 44 mm. MY-33. Inscribed on back "LIEUTENANT R.L. HUTCHINS / R.H.A. / 3-6-1919." Excellent condition, ribbon and suspenders complete and intact.
British War medal 1914-20. Silver, 36 mm. MY-168. Named on edge to Hutchins. Ribbon and suspender intact.
Victory medal. Bronze, 36 mm. MY-170. Ribbon intact.
1939-45 Star. Bronze, 44 x 38 mm. MY-177. Named on back. Ribbon intact.
Atlantic Star. Bronze, 44 x 38 mm. MY-178. Named on back. Ribbon intact.
Africa Star. Bronze, 44 x 38 mm. MY-180. Named on back. Ribbon intact.
War medal 1939-45. Cupronickel, 36 mm. Named on edge. Ribbon and suspender intact.
(Total: 7 pieces)
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From the Gem Collection.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000