British Royal Naval Distinguished Medal Group of Six – Item 117588

Super 1942 Battle of the Atlantic Gallantry Group. Awarded for the Destruction of the Italian submarine Pietro Calvi by HMS Lulworth. Awarded to Jx 136236 V.F.Hodgman A.B. RN. Group consists of 1939-45 Star, Atlantic Star with clasp for France and Germany, Africa Star with clasp for North Africa 42-43, Italian Star and War Medal.  Group mounted with bar for wear and comes with the following documentation. Admiralty medal issue slip, Buckingham Palace letter for the DSM and citation for crossing the line dated 3 May 1933. This unique grouping issue for bravery, skill and determination when HMS Lulworth rammed an sank the Italian submarine Pietro Calvi. HMS Lulworth was on escort duty south of the Azores when she encountered enemy submarines. The ship carried out depth charge attacks forcing the Italian submarine to the surface. HM Lulworth carried out two attempts to ram the submarine. A boarding party from HMS Lulworth led by Lieutenant Fredrick North were hampered by fire. The Italian crew abandoned the vessel as it capsized. Frederick was unable to escape and lost his life. He received a posthumous mention in despatches in the same gazette as Hodgman’s DSM. There was only nine DSMs awarded for this action. A fine gallantry grouping.