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July 29, 2014 CN Editorial Team

The Story of John Miller Coutts Weir, M.M.,M.C – a family hero

Centenary News contributor Ottilia Saxl tells the story of her great-uncle John Miller Coutts Weir, who was awarded both the Military Medal in 1916 and Military Cross in 1917 and served in all three services.

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July 29, 2014 CN Editorial Team

The Story of John Miller Coutts Weir, M.M.,M.C – a family hero

Centenary News contributor Ottilia Saxl tells the story of her great-uncle John Miller Coutts Weir, who was awarded both the Military Medal in 1916 and Military Cross in 1917 and served in all three services.

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