- Period:
 - Second World War (1939-1945)
 - Rank:
  - Acting Wing Commander 
 - Unit:
  - No. 456 (RAAF) Squadron, Royal Air Force 
 - Awarded on:
  - February 9th, 1945
 
"This officer has completed a very large number of sorties, setting a fine example of devotion to duty throughout. He has destroyed three enemy aircraft at night, successes which are a good tribute to his undoubted skill and resolution. In addition to his work in the air, Wing Commander Howard has rendered yeomani service in training other members of his formation."