- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Acting Staff Sergeant
- Unit:
- E squadron, No. 2 Wing, Glider Pilot Regiment, 1st Airborne Division, British Army
- Awarded on:
- February 15th, 1945
Citation:
"This NCO has taken part in three airborne operations, Sicily, D-Day and Arnhem. On each occasion, he has shown the most skilful ability as a pilot and has landed his load safely in the correct place. His determination and coolness under difficult conditions has at all times been most conspicuous."