- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- 2e piloot KLM
- Awarded on:
- June 24th, 1943
Recommendation:
He has distinguished himself on April 19, 1943, when the KLM aircraft he was flying over the Atlantic Ocean was suddenly attacked and fired upon by six enemy war planes, by courageously, tactfully and skillfully evading further attacks by the enemy so his aircraft could land safely.
Royal Decree no.2