Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Captain

Unit:

Gordon Highlanders, British Army

Awarded on:

September 25th, 1945

Awarded for:

Operation Veritable

"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in February 1945. When the company commander was wounded during the initial attack of the Gordon Highlanders against Gennep, Captain Munro unhesitatingly assumed command and, showing superb gallantry and coolness, rallied the company, inspired the men with confidence and led them to the objective. Later, during the operations at Goch, Captain Munro worked unceasingly for two days and a night with the forward platoons, and without regard for himself directed a successful campaign against a strongly entrenched enemy. His fearlessness, aggressiveness and devotion to duty were an inspiration to his men."

Headquarters: European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 264