Captain William Ferguson. Picture submitted by Fr Timothy Ferguson.
Captain William Ferguson
2nd Battalion, Worcestershire Regiment Military Cross
Died France and Flanders 01/11/1916
Captain William Ferguson was killed by a German sniper, at "Frost" Trench and is remembered with honour on the Thiepval Memorial - Pier and Face 5 A and 6 C.
He was awarded the Military Cross for conspicuous gallantry in action at Deville Wood on the 24th August 1916, although wounded he remained in command.
His citation read: "He led his company with great courage and initiative. He formed a defensive flank to the right, and maintained touch throughout with troops on either flank. Later he showed great skill in consolidating the position gained." (London Gazette 14/11/1916)
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