- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Able Seaman
- Unit:
- H.M.S. Hyacinth (K84), Royal Navy
- Awarded on:
- November 17th, 1942
"For daring, skill and devotion to duty in action against enemy submarines while serving in H.M.S. Hyacinth."
The original recommendation states:
"For courage and devotion to duty in following his superior officer Sub. Lieutenant Rowley, R.N.V.R., into the submarine, and compelling the prisoners to go below and for remaining there until the submarine was handed over to the shore authorities, He constantly refused relief under very trying conditions."