Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Superintendent

Unit:

Office of the Inspector General of Civil Hospitals, Indian Civil Service, Government of Burma

Awarded on:

January 29th, 1943

"Mr. Garraty had a steadying influence on the staff during the bombings of Rangoon and afterwards at Mandalay, Maymyo and Myitkyina. He then marched out through the Hukawng Valley and did most excellent work on the way. He brought with him drugs and dressings and gave treatment to the sick refugees, thereby saving many lives and relieving much suffering. His selfless devotion and .his willingness to stay for several days in the valley might well have resulted in his being unable to reach India. Mr. Garraty showed courage and great devotion to duty."