Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant-Colonel

Unit:

Headquarters, 1st Battalion, 1st Airlanding Brigade, 1st Airborne Division, British Army

On the night 9/10th July Lieutenant Colonel Chatterton led the 1st Battalion Glider Pilot Regiment into action in a difficult operation involving a landing by moonlight in Sicily. The Regiment, organised and trained by this officer, performed a hazardous and difficult task with great distinction. He himself landed his glider under the most trying and exhausting circumstances without damage to the crew. By his personal disregard for his own safety at all times Lieutenant Colonel Chatterton set an example of courage and determination which, together with his outstanding leadership, enabled the 1st Battalion The Glider Pilot Regiment to carry out its first airborne operation with such distinction and gallantry.