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Dyke, Cecil Harold

Service number:
B.38017
Nationality:
Canadian

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Private
Unit:
Regimental Aid Post, The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment), 4th Canadian Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Infantry Division, British Army
Awarded for:
Operation Jubilee
Citation:
"During the operation at Dieppe, 19 August 1942, Private Dyke was attached to the Regimental Aid Post of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry at Rear Battalion Headquarters where he displayed great courage and total disregard for personal safety while attending the wounded and getting them under cover. Although himself wounded early in the raid he continued to carry out his duties in a most efficient manner.
His conduct was of the highest order and drew the praise of many of his comrades. Private Dyke throughout the whole operation displayed great fortitude and devotion to duty."
Military Medal (MM)

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