- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Luitenant ter zee der 2e klasse (Lieutenant)
- Unit:
- Hr. Ms. Jacob van Heemskerck (1940), Koninklijke Marine
- Awarded on:
- July 13th, 1944
Citation:
"As navigation officer of our flotilla leader ‘Jacob van Heemskerck’, he demonstrated courage, continuous dedication to duty, competence and calmness in the performance of his duties, thereby setting an excellent example to the crew."
Royal decree no. 6