Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Captain

Unit:

No. 2 Special Boat Section, Special Boat Service (SBS), Admiralty, British Government

Awarded on:

April 27th, 1944

"Capt. Holden-White was in command of the Special Boat Section Unit, which was detailed to carry out dangerous and delicate operations in conjunction with the assault on the port of Oran. He was in charge of the party operating from H.M.S. Walney in folboats and displayed courage and initiative of a high order in attacking with small torpedoes a French destroyer which was leaving the port, and it is believed that one hit on the vessel was obtained."

LG 36486/1927

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Captain

Unit:

No. 2 Special Boat Section, Special Boat Service (SBS), Admiralty, British Government

Awarded on:

September 27th, 1945

Citation (general):
"In recognition of gallant and distinighuished services in Burma."

LG 37284/4785

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)