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Scott, Humphrey Gilbert

Date of birth:
October 31st, 1901
Nationality:
British (1801-present, Kingdom)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Commander
Unit:
H.M.S. Wishart (D67), Royal Navy
Awarded on:
March 16th, 1943
Awarded for:
Operation Torch
"For bravery and skill in the hazardous operations in which the Allied Forces were landed in North Africa."
Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Commander
Awarded on:
June 4th, 1946
"For outstanding services while in command of H.M. ships engaged in anti-submarine operations during the war in Europe."

Second DSC received as bar.
Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)

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