JOURNAL ARTICLE

BATTLE OF GOOSE GREEN MILITARY MEDAL GROUP.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 152. P. 82 1 of 2

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the experiences of Private Barry Grayling during the Falklands War, particularly his heroic actions at the Battle of Goose Green, where he and his friend, Lance Corporal Gary Bingley, charged an Argentine machine gun post. Despite their bravery, Bingley was killed, and Grayling was severely injured but managed to silence the enemy fire, contributing to the British victory. After his military service, Grayling moved to Florida and later passed away in December 2023 from a brain tumor. Following his death, his medals were sold at auction by his wife, Sheri, through the London auction house Noonans, which specializes in historical artefacts and militaria. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/12, Issue 152, p82
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:189047573
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