Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Major

Unit:

Canadian Infantry Corps

Awarded on:

December 2nd, 1944

Recommendation:
"For bravery and skill in a secret operation in the Channel Islands 22 September 1944."
1. Appended hereto is a copy of the report dealing with the operation which was carried out in mine-infested waters.
2. Major Chambers displayed outstanding courage and perseverance in carrying out his mission to contact the enemy commander personally in that:
a. (see para. 6) He deliberately ran the gauntlet of the enemy batteries although he had every reason to expect a hostile reception;
b (see para. 12) He deliverately misunderstood the enemy signal to halt and proceeded further in towards the enemy HQ in an endeavour to get ashore before they could put off;
c. (see paras 15 to 22) He showed great courage and disregard for his personal safety in going aboard the armed enemy craft alone. He handled a very delicate and difficult situation with extreme coolness and very sound judgment.
d. Para. 24 emphasizes the risks taken."