Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Second-Lieutenant

Unit:

No.18 Platoon, "C" Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Airlanding Brigade, 1st Airborne Division, British Army

Awarded on:

October 21st, 1943

Awarded for:

Operation Husky

This officer was wounded during the early part of the fighting. Nevertheless, he continued to lead his platoon in two attacks on Waterloo Bridge. When eventually the Bridge was re-captured Lieutenant Badger assisted in its defence under heavy fire and refused treatment for his wound until ordered back by his Commanding Officer. His cool courage and dauntless leadership contributed largely to the recapture of Waterloo Bridge.