Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Major

Unit:

Force 136, Special Operations Executive (SOE), British Government

Awarded on:

December 20th, 1945

Citation:
"Major Broome was landed by submarine on the coast of MALAYA on 12 Sep. 43 and proceeded inland through enemy-occupied territory. From that date until 1 Feb 45 no contact was made with the party of which he was second-in-command. On 1 Feb 45 W/T contact was made with the party. From signals received it is clear that the party has been highly successful in achieving its objective, which was contact and co-operation with the resistance moevement in MALAYA. Reports from the field show that Major Broome has played an exceedingly important part in the successful negotiations with the resistance movement Leaders. He has spent seventeen months in enemy occupied territory during which time his life has been constantly in the gravest danger. In spite of this danger and the severe strain of life under the most difficult conditions, his morale has been of the highest order and he has displayed tenacity of purpose and unfailing cheerfulness."

Originally recommended for an OBE but downgraded to a MC.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Lieutenant-Colonel

Awarded on:

April 8th, 1949

Rank:

Officer Class 13

Unit:

Colonial Administrative Service, Malayan Civil Service

Awarded on:

January 1st, 1952

Civil Division