Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Sergeant-machinist

Unit:

m.s. Viking Bank, Nederlandse Koopvaardij

Awarded on:

September 2nd, 1942

Citation:
'As head of the engine room of our auxiliary minesweeper ‘Viking Bank’ during the first half of 1942, while carrying out various risky minesweeping operations against the enemy, demonstrating diligence and great dedication in keeping the ship's technical equipment in very good condition, as a result of which the aforementioned operations could always be carried out to full satisfaction."

Royal decree no. 18