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Webb, George Clifford

Date of death:
April 14th, 1945
Buried on:
Hanover Commonwealth War Cemetery
Plot: 7. Row: B. Grave: 18.
Nationality:
British (1801-present, Kingdom)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Temporary Major
Unit:
Headquarters, 4th Armoured Brigade, 7th Armoured Division, British Army
Awarded on:
April 1st, 1941
"As Commander of the Brigade 'B' Echelon from the outbreak of war, his leadership and efficiency have been of the highest order. Although heavily bombed on more than one occasion, his foresight and tactical sense resulted in no casualties being sustained among the men under his command. The efficient working of the supply system in the forward area was due very largely to his untiring efforts and driving power.; His solving of complicated problems and the manner in which he inspired all ranks under his command, were very noteworthy."
Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Acting Lieutenant-Colonel
Awarded on:
December 15th, 1942
Mentioned in Dispatches
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Temporary Brigadier
Unit:
D.A & QMG, Headquarters, X Corps, British Army
Awarded on:
November 25th, 1943
"On arrival in this Corps I forwarded an application for the immediate award of the D.S.O. to Brig. WEBB, D.A. & Q.M.G., 10 Corps. The previous Corps Commander, Gen. LUMSDEN, considered that the excellent work carried out by Brig. WEBB during the ALAMEIN battle merited this award. Although the application was returned by the Army, I am now resubmitting it on account of the work done by this officer during the recent attack round the left flank of the MARETH position. A rapid developing movement of this nature, over very bad going, causes extreme administrative difficulties, yet Brig. WEBB, by his enthusiasm, drive and personal leadership overcame one difficulty after another. It is not too much to say that had it not been for the work of this officer the left hook could not possibly have developed. I hope sincerely that this recommendation will receive favorable consideration as no officers has deserved the D.S.O. more."
Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Temporary Brigadier
Unit:
D.A & QMG, Headquarters, X Corps, British Army
Awarded on:
August 24th, 1944
Distinguished Service Order (DSO)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Temporary Brigadier
Awarded on:
March 22nd, 1945
Mentioned in Dispatches

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