Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Warrant Officer

Unit:

No. 138 (Special Duties) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

January 12th, 1943

Citation:
"As captain of aircraft this Warrant Officer has completed many sorties during the past fourteen months, the majority of which were of an exceptionally long and arduous nature. In trying circumstances he set an example of coolness and quiet efficiency to all his comrades. He has accomplished his operational tasks with the highest enthusiasm and devotion to duty."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 138 (Special Duties) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

September 8th, 1944

Citation:
"Since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, this officer has completed many sorties, most of which have demanded a high degree of skill and courage. The successes obtained are a fine tribute to his fine fighting spirit and unfailing devotion to duty."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 138 (Special Duties) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

July 3rd, 1945

Citation:
"Over a period of eleven months this officer completed four sorties of a special nature over Holland. He fully appreciated the very great hazards involved, but by the display of the highest degree of resolution, skill and leadership he set a most inspiring example to his contemporaries, and made a very fine contribution to the war effort in Holland."

Royal decree no.27
Canadian Gazette of 4 may 1945 and AFRO 473/46