An immediate award second world war MM group to 14316891 Rifleman William James McDonald who was a stretcher bearer, saving 13 casualties during a German counter attack. 

George VI Military Medal named to 14316891 Rfmn. W.J. Mc Donald, R.U. Rif. 
1939-45 Star unnamed as issued 
Italy Star unnamed as issued 
1939-45 War Medal unnamed as issued 

Citation for M.M. (Immediate Award)
 ‘On the night of 5 Sep ’44, when “D” Coy, 1/LIR., was strongly counter attacked on the IL TRIBBIA feature, Rfn McDonald was the sebior Coy Stretcher Bearer. The fighting was very fierce and 13 men were wounded. Rfn McDonald showed extraordinary bravery and coolness under fire, going out in the middle of the fighting to tend and carry the wounded. Finally when the Coy had to withdraw Rfn McDonald insisted on remaining behind to collect the remaining wounded. This he accomplished in the darkness with the result that of the 13 wounded, only one man who remained at his L.M.G. fell into enemy hands – a magnificent achievement under the circumstances. Rfn McDonald’s selfless and courageous persistence in his duty without doubt saved the lives of several men. He was an inspiration to the whole Coy.” 

The group comes with his original Soldier’s Service and Pay Book, Soldier’s Release Book, original boxof issue for his MM, original photographs, original citation and other ephemera. 

The medals are in good condition and are swing mounted for wear with the MM being mounted seperately.