- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Able Seaman
- Unit:
- H.M.S. Ajax (22), Royal Navy
- Awarded on:
- February 23rd, 1940
Citation:
"who, being in charge of a Shell Room, set a fine example of cheerful and good hard work and ensured that there was no delay in ammunition supply in the Turret which was able to fire the greatest number of rounds."
In recognition of the gallant and successful action with the " Admiral Graf Spee."