Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Major

Unit:

6th Battalion Royal Welch Fusiliers, British Army

Awarded on:

September 27th, 1945

"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy. In command of a company of the 6th Battalion of the Royal Welch Fusiliers during the night attack on the village of Hintham, Major Hill displayed the utmost gallantry and disregard for danger in directing the repulse of strong enemy counterattacks. On another occasion, when the advance of the leading units was slowed, Major Hill personally crossed exposed ground subjected to heavy enemy shelling in order to contact supporting tank elements and to gain support for the continuance of the attack. His repeated demonstrations of courage served as an example of great value to all ranks and were in accordance with the finest of military traditions."

Headquarters: European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 271

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Major

Awarded on:

November 8th, 1945