Andover Advertiser 7th June 1918

DEVOTION TO DUTY – Sergeant W.C. Holdway of the 2nd King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry, son of Mr and Mrs Holdway of Link, has been awarded the D.C.M. under the following circumstances :- For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a counter attack. During the advance through a heavy barrage he moved about from section to section of his platoon, guiding them through the wire and inspiring them by his cheerfulness and utter disregard of danger. When the company, after capturing the objective, was much troubled by an enemy sniper, he worked his way out to a flank and succeeded in putting him out of action. He set a splendid example to his men through out the operation. All of us congratulate Sergeant Holdway and hope he may be spared to return home with further honours.