Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Major

Unit:

9th Battalion Royal Fusiliers, 167th (London) Infantry Brigade, 56th (London) Infantry Division, British Army

Awarded on:

January 13th, 1944

Citation:
"On 15 Sep 43, Maj Delforce was in comd of a mixed force, consisting of the remnants of 9 RF, 220 Fd Coy, 102 A. Fd Coy, 302 A. Tk Bty and 167 Bde Def Pl. His task was to hold the St. LUCIA area, 8121.
This was one of the keypoints of the bridgehead, and it's loss would have had very serious results.
At first light on 15 Sep, the Germans attacked in force with tanks and infantry, and succeeded in penetrating not only portions of the St LUCIA position, but also of the position held by the unit to the WEST. Maj. Delforce immediately organised counter attacks, which were successful. By 1400 hrs he had restored the situation along the front, both of his own force and that of the unit to the WEST.
It was mainly due to Maj Delforce's courage, coolness, leadership and tactical ability that the St LUCIA position was retained, and throughout the battle he was an inspiration and example to all ranks."

Rank:

Captain

Unit:

The Royal Fusiliers

Awarded on:

November 7th, 1947

Rank:

Captain

Unit:

The Royal Fusiliers

Awarded on:

November 7th, 1947

1st clasp (Territorial) to the EM

Rank:

Acting Major

Unit:

The Royal Fusliers

Awarded on:

April 21st, 1950

TED with 1st Clasp

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Major

Unit:

Royal Fusliers

Awarded on:

April 21st, 1950