Frost, Reginald William

Date of birth:: May 21st, 1885 (East Runton/Norfolk, United Kingdom)
Nationality:: Canadian (1931-present, Constitutional Monarchy)

Biography

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Distinguished Service Order (DSO)

Period:: First World War (1914-1918)
Rank:: Lieutenant-Colonel
Awarded on:: January 10th, 1917

"For conspicuous gallantry in action. He carried out a successful attack under very trying conditions. The entire objective was gained, and a strong patrol was sent forward, remaining out for 24 hours until ordered to withdraw. He set a splendid example of courage and coolness throughout."

Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Lieutenant-Colonel
Awarded on:: January 1st, 1943

Citation:
"Lt-Col Frost, who served with distinction in the last war rejoined the Canadian Army Active in 1940, in England. He has been associated with 1 Cdn Reinf Unit from its inception and in the difficult task of administration and training has consistently shown marked ability and unselfish devotion to duty."