- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Acting Wing Commander
- Unit:
- No. 138 (Special Duties) Squadron, Royal Air Force
- Awarded on:
- August 31st, 1943
Citation:
"This officer is a gallant captain, whose keenness has been outstanding. He completed many sorties whilst serving in the Middle East and, since his return to the United Kingdom he has operated against various important targets both in Germany and Italy. This officer has displayed great courage and leadership and his successes have been worthily earned."