Source: Leicestershire War Memorials Project.
Coalville Times article - Friday February 23rd, 1917

HONOUR FOR THORNTON SOLDIER

Private F. Dilks, of the Leicestershire Regiment, with the British Expeditionary Force, has received a letter from Major-General Campbell, commanding _____ Division, congratulating him on his distinguished conduct in the field. The letter states, “Your commanding officer, and Brigade commander have informed me that you distinguished yourself in the field on September 26th, 1916. I congratulate you on your fine work.” Private Dilks is the only son of Mr F. Dilks, of Thornton, where he resided prior to the war.

Research undertaken and submitted by Andy Murby 19/10/2017