Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lance-Corporal

Unit:

505 Infantry Brigade Company, 43rd (Wessex) Infantry Division, British Army

Awarded on:

June 24th, 1946

Dutch citation:
"During the battles for the liberation of the occupied Dutch territory, courageous and discreet conduct, as well as special devotion to duty, has been shown towards the enemy."

Recommendation:
"During the fighting on the "Island" North of NIJMEGEN this NCO was responsible for taking up ammunition to a forward A.P. at VALBURG. Twice daily and sometimes more frequently he had to lead ammunition vehicles over the NIJMEGEN Bridge and through the village of VALBURG. For many days the bridge and the village were under fire. L/Cpl STAYT by his unfailing determination and initiative always succeeded in ensuring the arrival of the ammunition safely and on time. His devotion to duty at all times during the fighting in HOLLAND and especially under fire was outstanding."

Royal Decree no. 29 dated 24 April, 1946.
WO 373/144/532