- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Res. 2e luitenant voor algemene dienst (Second Lieutenant of Reserves for Common Service)
- Awarded on:
- April 22nd, 1948
"With regard to hostile action, has distinguished himself through courageous and discreet action, thereby serving the interests of the Kingdom, through the careful preparation and implementation of a plan to escape from the occupied Netherlands to reach England. After having encountered many difficulties, he succeeded in doing so."
Royal Decree no. 77