- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Group Captain
- Unit:
- No. 40 Squadron, Royal South African Air Force
- Awarded on:
- February 26th, 1943
This officer has completed numerous reconnaissances over the Western Desert and .Libya, displaying sound judgment and great skill throughout. His fine leadership, courage and unfailing devotion to duty have proved an inspiration to the flight he commands.