Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Awarded on:

July 4th, 1941

"A woman was trapped in a house which had been extensively damaged by a H.E. bomb and the outer walls were in danger of collapse. Stevens, regardless of all personal danger, burrowed through the wreckage and found the victim. Despite falling debris and continual enemy action, Stevens persisted in his untiring efforts to rescue her. After working for two hours in a very limited space he succeeded. Stevens then continued with further rescue work, showing great zeal and courage in his endeavour to help the stricken people."