- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Stoker 1st Class
- Unit:
- H.M.S. Ajax (22), Royal Navy
- Awarded on:
- February 23rd, 1940
Citation:
"who showed special presence of mind and forwardness in controlling damage when an 11-inch shell burst near him."
In recognition of the gallant and successful action with the " Admiral Graf Spee".