Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Lieutenant-Colonel

Unit:

Supply and Transport, Headquarters, First Army, British Army

Awarded on:

September 23rd, 1943

"This officer has been on the ST HQ Staff since it was formed. He was there during the early days of planning in the UK and came out as AFT. Since March 2nd he has been ADST. He has been a most able assistant to me throughout this period. His clear headed thinking and planning, his energy and devotion to duty during this arduous and difficult period has contributed materially to the solving of the many complex ST problems that have arisen. This officer has previous been recommended for a M.I.D. This present recommendation as a consequence of specially good work during the very recent operation, is now submitted in place of the previous one."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Lieutenant-Colonel

Unit:

Supply and Transport, Headquarters, Fifth Army, U.S. Army

Awarded on:

November 14th, 1947

"For meritorious achievement in connection with military operations against the enemy in Italy from 25 January to 8 May 1945. As Deputy Director of Supply and Transport of British units assigned and attached to the United States Fifth Army, Lieutenant Colonel Wintle, by his coordinating ability and willing cooperation made possible combined effort in the supply of bulk gasoline, thus assuring an economy of transport and a guarantee of an adequate supply of fuel to the combat elements of the Fifth Army. Through his outstanding efforts the successful and rapid advance of the Fifth Army, culminating in the defeat of the German Forces in Northern Italy, was made possible. Entered service from Aldershot Hants, England."