Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Porucznik (1st Lieutenant)

Unit:

49th Polish A.T.U., HQ, Polish II Corps, Polish Armed Forces in the West

Awarded on:

August 13th, 1945

"For his capacity as OC of a FTU, this officer has worked at Advanced Dressing Stations throughout all the Polish Corps campaigns. At MONTE CASSINO, when the enemy artillery destroyed the Advanced Dressing Station, killing three officers and 2 ORs, Lieut SKORCZYNSKI continued his duty, being an example of devotion and Samaritan work for the wounded. His ethics, high standard of morale, and his character, constantly distinguished him among other officers of the Medical Services."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)