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Wilson, John

Date of death:
March 9th, 1944
Mentioned on:
Chatham Naval Memorial
Service number:
C/JX. 139133
Nationality:
British

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Leading Seaman
Unit:
HMS MTB 266, Royal Navy
Awarded on:
July 6th, 1943
Citation:
"For bravery in skilful and determined attacks on enemy shipping in the Mediterranean made from light coastal craft.”

LG 36081/3056.
Distinguished Service Medal (DSM)

Sources

  • - Fourth Supplement to The London Gazette of 2nd July 1943, Issue 36081, dated 6th July 1943
    - CWGC

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