Sergeant R.C. Newton M.M.

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. . . . . . . 44, Sjt. Newton was Troop Sergeant during the attack by his Column. On gaining its position his Troop was subjected to violent . . . . . . attack by the enemy during which his Troop Leader was killed and his Troop suffered heavy casualties. Sjt. Newton immediately took over command, rallied his men and by his example and complete disregard for his own personal safety repeatedly drove off the enemy. He was himself wounded in the shoulder but refused to leave his Troop or have his wound dressed until the action was over. Sergeant Newton displayed outstanding gallantry throughout the action.
 

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