- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Commander
- Unit:
- H.M.S. Exeter (68), Royal Navy
- Awarded on:
- February 23rd, 1940
Citation:
"who, by his zeal and energy, brought his engines to full power in record time, and by his thorough knowledge of the ship and perfect organisation, checked the damage. His calm and cheerful manner set a fine example to his fellows."
For the River Plate Operation, sinking of the Admiral Graf Spee.