KEMMEL, 27th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. This officer personally reconnoitred under

heavy machine-gun fire the whole front of the battalion, which

had been ordered to advance at short notice, without having had

an opportunity of examining the ground beforehand. When the

flank was threatened the reserve company of which he was in

command was pushed into the gap, and he made able dispositions

of his platoons and Stokes and Vickers guns. Under heavy fire

he crawled forward and secured maps and papers from wounded and

dead enemy in front of our lines. Later, when fifty of the enemy

endeavoured to rush one of his posts, he turned a Lewis gun on

them and accounted for them all. He was severely wounded--losing

an eye while doing this--but he did not desist until the enemy

was completely repulsed. His gallantry and initiative were

conspicuous throughout the day, during the whole of which he was

under close machine-gun fire.

MCKINLEY, 2/Lt. Charles 16/London (1/Artists)

At NIERGNISS, 8th October 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

initiative. When the situation was very obscure, he carried

out two exceedingly comprehensive reconnaissances, although

subjected to heavy machine-gun and artillery fire, thereby

clearing up the situation on the Divisional front and obtaining

information of the utmost value.

MCKINTY, 2/Lt. Henry Bernard R.F.A.

BERTINCOURT, 23rd March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty while in charge of the guns of a battery who

were covering the withdrawal of a division. The battery was

under heavy machine-gun fire at a range of about 900 yards. He

continued to shoot his guns till the last possible moment, and

then withdrew them successfully. On this occasion he behaved

with the greatest coolness, and all through the operations

showed great courage and energy.

MCMILLAN, 2/Lt. Ernest Albert 1/Cameron Highlanders

17th October, 1918. For very gallant and skilful leading of a

platoon sent out to do a flanking movement. He successfully

accomplished his task, enfilading the enemy’s position and

clearing a ridge. By so doing, this platoon virtually captured

the whole of the battalion’s objective, with forty-two prisoners

and ten machine-guns, without a single casualty being. incurred.

MCWALTER, Lieut. Thomas Brown 12/East Surrey

In front of WYTSCHAETE, 3/4 September, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry while commanding a fighting patrol. He was ordered to

drive out enemy posts, and so enable other troops to advance.

In spite of extreme darkness and swampy ground he overcame

determined resistance and gained his objective. Throughout

the whole operation he set a fine example of courage and good

leadership.

MACE, Capt. Edgar Robert 3(1)Liverpool

AYETTE, 14/15 July, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry in

leading his company in a raid against the enemy outpost system,

when nine prisoners were captured and as many more killed. The

success was due to his very thorough all-night reconnaissances.

He showed the calmest determination, and his personal example

inspired a fine offensive spirit in the men he took over the

parapet.

BAR TO M.C.

ERVILLERS and MORY COPSE, 23rd August, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and fine leadership during an attack. He led his

company splendidly, captured his objective, and then made

himself secure against an enemy counter-attack. Next day he led

his company forward from reserve successfully and consolidated a

position. Throughout the operations his fine example of courage

and determination inspired his men.

MACHIN, 2/Lt. Norman Frederick Coldstream Guards

GINCHY, 15th September, 1916. He led his men with great dash,

rallied them under heavy machine-gun fire, and brought them on

through a heavy barrage till he fell wounded.

MADDEN, 2/Lt. Clarence Rowland 4/Lincoln

S.W. of LENS, 19th June, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. Throughout an attack upon enemy trenches he

displayed exceptional coolness and cheerfulness, and when the

position was won he promptly brought rapid fire to bear upon the

retreating enemy, causing very heavy casualties. He also showed

great initiative in personally attending to all the details

in connection with blocking, bombing and mopping-up parties,

setting a fine example to his men of courage and self-possession

under fire.

MADDOCK, Capt. Richard Henry 2/Royal West Surrey

Awarded 1st January, 1916.

MADDOX, 2/Lt. Leonard George 22/London

W. of ALBERT, 3rd August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. He led a daylight patrol, and brought back

valuable information which enabled the battalion to move forward

and establish posts in the old lines. Later, he did fine work in

getting rations and ammunition through to the forward outpost

company under heavy shelling of gas and high explosives.

BAR TO M.C.

S. of ALBERT, 22/23 August, 1918. He displayed great courage and

coolness during an advance under heavy fire of all descriptions,

and captured a chalk pit strongly held by the enemy with

machine-guns. When his platoon was counter-attacked in force he

repulsed the enemy with loss, controlling his men with judgment

and ability.

MAINGOT, 2/Lt. Joseph Henry

2nd Service Bn. British West Indies Regt. (R.F.C.)

Awarded 11th April, 1918.

MAINGOT, Capt. Patrick Sherlock 9/East Surrey

S.E. of CAMBRAI, 9th October, 1918. For conspicuous good

leadership and gallantry when in command of a company. Again,

on 16th October, during the attack on HAUSSY, he man[oe]uvred

his men splendidly, and took his objective in spite of

heavy opposition, with very few casualties. When the enemy

counter-attacked and practically surrounded him he extricated

his men in a most masterly manner. He showed marked courage

throughout.

MALE, Capt. Sidney John 23/K.R.R.C.

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

MALPASS, Capt. Charles Edward 11/Royal West Kent (1/Artists)

THILLOY, 27th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. Whilst in command of a company this

officer rendered great service in clearing up the situation by

personal reconnaissance under heavy fire. Throughout the day his

coolness and determination inspired the men in the attack.

MANN, Capt. Deane Royal West Surrey

Awarded 1st January, 1917.

BAR TO M.C.

Near HAMEL, 26th and 28th March, 1918. When the enemy

attacked he at once organised a counter-attack and drove the

enemy back. On the following day, hearing that the enemy had

broken through on the flank, he made a reconnaissance under

intense machine-gun fire and in full view of the enemy, and

brought back valuable information. He set a splendid example of

courage and coolness to his men.

MANN, Capt. Douglas Bruce Upfield 4/Somerset L.I.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

MANN, 2/Lt. Frederick Randall 2/Hampshire

Awarded 1st January, 1916.

MANSFIELD, Lieut. Francis Turquand 171st Tunnelling Co., R.E.

WULVERGHEM-MESSINES ROAD, 28th September, 1918. On the

evening of 28th September, he closely followed the infantry

patrols and removed 16 tank mines in face of the enemy under

heavy rifle and machine-gun fire. The next morning he removed

44 additional tank mines on the same road. In the subsequent

operations he showed great courage in pushing forward with the

infantry patrols, inspecting bridges and roads and removing

unfired demolition charges.

MARGETSON, Lieut. Edward 1/Artists

S. of MARCOING, 30th December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. He kept up communication during an enemy

attack under the most difficult conditions, laying telephone

lines and personally carrying messages under heavy fire. He

showed great initiative and skill.

MARSDEN, 2/Lt. Walter 4/Loyal North Lancashire

WIELTJE, 31st July, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty during and after an attack. He led his platoon

with splendid dash and gallantry, capturing two enemy trench

mortars at the head of his men and killing many of the teams.

Later, he supervised the construction of a strong point under

heavy machine-gun and shell fire, showing the utmost disregard

of personal danger.

BAR TO M.C.

E. of YPRES, 20th September, 1917. With a party of twelve men,

seeing troops ahead held up, he at once pushed forward through

them and established himself in the trench beyond. This position

became untenable owing to an enemy strong point 150 yards ahead.

He therefore attacked it with his party and drove the enemy out.

MARSHALL, 2/Lt. Francis R.F.A.

E. of YPRES, 20th September, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. In an attack he showed great energy and

courage when acting as forward liaison officer. Throughout his

tour of duty he exposed himself to heavy fire, while he spotted

guns, made sketches of the whole position, and identified strong

enemy points.

MARTIN, 2/Lt. Arthur William Dight 3/Royal Highlanders

S.W. of RHEIMS, 28th July, 1918. He climbed the heights

overlooking an enemy position, and established communication

with the division on the left under heavy machine-gun and

shell fire. He then brought a valuable report to battalion

headquarters. Next he proceeded under intense barrage to

rejoin his company, and finding that they had lost all their

officers he assumed command, and commanded them with conspicuous

gallantry, showing the greatest coolness and determination.

MARTIN, Capt. Ernest Wilfred Leigh R.A.S.C.

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

MARTIN, Capt. Granville Basnett 10/London

CONTALMAISON WOOD, 22nd March, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty on two occasions. First, on

seeing the greater part of two battalions retiring, he rushed

forward in the open under machine-gun fire and rallied and

reformed them. Secondly, when the enemy made three attacks,

penetrating a portion of the line each time, he organised and

led a counter-attack on each occasion, which drove out the

enemy, largely owing to his brilliant leading and example.

MARTIN, Lieut. Reginald Dean 8/Northampton

ETREILLERS, 21st March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty when battalion intelligence officer. He

advanced through a heavy barrage to find out the situation. He

led forward a party that had gone astray in time to prevent the

enemy from reoccupying a trench. He brought back information

of the greatest value throughout the day, and has at all times

shown great ability and courage.

MASKELL, 2/Lt. Henry Percy 3/Wilts

Near GOUY, 4th to 6th October, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

during the operations. He worked with endless energy throughout.

During the attack on the 4th, when the left flank of his company

was detached from the battalion, he showed great initiative in

regaining touch and consolidating his position. The fact that

his company captured eight machine guns and over 50 prisoners

was largely due to his fine courage and leadership in mopping-up

dug-outs and enemy snipers.

MASON, 2/Lt. Henry James 3/Essex

S. of MORLANCOURT, 8th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty during an attack. He led his platoon

splendidly, attacking and destroying three enemy machine-gun

positions and killing the crews. He rendered most valuable

assistance during consolidation of the final objective, and his

conduct throughout was marked by courage and cheerfulness.

MASON, Capt. Kenneth Sydney 10/Bedford (M.G.C.)

Awarded 3rd June, 1917.

MATTHEW, Capt. David R.A.M.C. (1/Artists)

Near WESTROOSEBEKE RIDGE, 30/31 October, 1917. During two days’

heavy fighting he established a dressing station in an advanced

position, whence he continually went forward to dress wounded

and organise carrying parties under heavy fire. He inspired his

men to continue their work by his splendid example.

MATTHEWS, Capt. Gwyn Hobson 3/Machine Gun Corps

COURCELLES, 21st August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

initiative in command of two sections of machine guns during an

attack. He successfully brought his guns into action against

enemy pockets which the infantry had overlooked in the fog, and

captured many prisoners. Throughout the action he handled his

guns with great skill, and set a fine example to all under his

command.

MATTHEWS, 2/Lt. William Henry 1/East Surrey.

LONGUEVAL WOOD, 23rd July, 1916. He organised and led with great

dash an attack on a strongly defended enemy post, capturing and

putting out of action several machine guns, and killing many of

the enemy.

MAXTED, 2/Lt. Claude Bretherton 6/London

S. of YPRES-COMINES CANAL, 7th June, 1917. He led his company

during an assault with great dash and determination, inspiring

those round him by his coolness and indifference to danger.

MAY, Capt. Herbert Richard Dudfield 5/Warwick

E. of VILLERS PLOUICH, 3rd December, 1917. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty. He stood his ground in an

isolated advanced trench for over 20 hours against a strong

enemy attack, and was successful in holding it until ordered

to withdraw. He afterwards took his company into another part

of the line and led three charges against the enemy. He showed

great gallantry, coolness and untiring energy, inspiring all

ranks under him.

MAYO, 2/Lt. Alfred Harrison 3/East Yorks (Tank Corps)

Near HAMEL, 4th July, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty as a tank commander. Perceiving a tank

broken down within 300 yards of the enemy, he left his own

tank and, in spite of heavy shell fire and being under direct

observation of the enemy, he arranged a tow rope himself and

took the disabled tank in tow. He was heavily shelled for some

distance, but brought the broken-down tank back to its rallying

point, a distance of about 7,000 yards.

MAXWELL, 2/Lt. George Barton 32/Machine Gun Corps

Near SEQUEHART, 1st October, 1918. For great courage and

initiative in the fighting on this date. When the enemy

counter-attacked and our infantry were driven back, he kept his

guns going till he was practically surrounded and our barrage

had fallen behind him. He then fought his way out, and with his

revolver put out of action five of the enemy who attacked him.

During a second counter-attack he stayed in action till the

last, and then helped to form a new line and held it with his

guns assisted by infantry he had helped to collect. Later, he

beat off a further local counter-attack with his guns. By his

personal courage and example to his men he rendered the greatest

service.

MEACHEM, 2/Lt. Frank Reginald 1st London Heavy Battery, R.G.A.

Near SEBOURG, 5th November, 1918. On the night of 5th November

he was in charge of a gun and six ammunition and store wagons,

and was proceeding to join two guns in position on the eastern

outskirts of Sebourg. When nearing the gun position he came

under enemy shell fire, which killed three of his men and

wounded six, besides killing five horses. Though badly shaken he

organised a party and cleared the road, and brought his gun and

wagons to the position with the least possible delay. He showed

great pluck and determination.

MEADOWS, Lieut. Charles Stanley 292nd Brigade, R.F.A.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

MEREDITH, 2/Lt. Alexander Charles 8/Rifle Brigade (M.G.C.)

LONGUEVAL, 18th August, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry

in action. Owing to his coolness and pluck he was able to hold

his position for six hours under heavy artillery fire, and

to bring his four guns into action in the captured trench in

excellent fire positions.

[MESSOM, 2/Lt. Harold 2/Royal West Surrey]

_In the London Gazette of 23rd June, 1915, an award of M.C.,

intended for 2/Lt. Messom, who had been mentioned in Despatches,

for gallant conduct in February 1915, was by a clerical error

published in the name of another officer in his Regiment of very

similar name. On the mistake being discovered, that notification

was cancelled. But in the meantime 2/Lt. Messom had been killed

in action, and it is understood that the error could not be

further rectified as at that date posthumous awards (except of

V.C.) were inadmissible._ ED.

MIDGLEY, Lieut. Thomas Herbert 466th (N. Midland) Field Co., R.E.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

MIEVILLE, Capt. Walter Stokes 1/Artists

S. of MARCOING, 30th December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. When ordered to support a counter-attack

he walked forward across the open to one of the advanced

companies under machine-gun fire and obtained information of the

utmost value. His coolness and gallantry were a splendid example

to all those under him.

MILLIGAN, Capt. Andrew 8/West Yorks

N.E. of SOLESMES, 20th October, 1918. During the attack, when

the situation was obscure, he went forward to the outpost line

under very heavy fire, reorganised the dispositions of the right

flank of the battalion which was in the air, and brought back

most valuable information. He has shown consistent courage.

MITCHELL, Lieut. Allan 4/York & Lancaster

GRAINCOURT, 22nd November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. When sent with his company to reinforce

the forward troops he found the situation very critical. He

continually moved about in the open organising his position.

When the troops on the left were heavily counter-attacked, he

crossed about 200 yards of open ground under heavy fire, rallied

and reorganised them, and led them to a new position, thereby

undoubtedly saving the flank from being turned.

MOIR, Capt. Kenneth Macrae 5/East Surrey

Awarded 1st January, 1919.

MOLLER, Lieut. Arthur Appleby Grenadier Guards

HOUTHULST FOREST, 12th October, 1917. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty when in command of a company.

After reaching his objective, finding he was much harassed by

fire from a post on his front, he at once organised a raid on

it. Keeping it under a steady fire, he worked up an assaulting

party on flank and rear, who dealt effectively with all who

remained in the post. One machine gun was captured.

MONEY, Capt. David Frederick 1/Artists

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

MOODY, Capt. Percy 2/Royal Welch Fusiliers

Awarded 1st January, 1916.

BAR TO M.C.

GIVENCHY, 5/6 July, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry during a

raid. He organised and led his company with great dash, the

result being that the raid was completely successful.

MOORE, 2/Lt. Charles Christopher 8/Lancashire Fusiliers

E. of HARGICOURT, 18th March, 1918. When in command of a

patrol he came into contact with 50 of the enemy who were

advancing to raid our trenches. Owing to the skilful manner in

which he handled his patrol he succeeded in cutting his way

out and in returning to our lines. On his arrival he at once

organised another party, returned with these men to the scene

of the fight, and brought in the three wounded men whom he had

been forced to abandon temporarily. His gallantry was most

praiseworthy.

MOORE, Capt. Francis William 10/Devon

Awarded 3rd June, 1917.

MOORE, Lieut. Frank Leonard 1/Monmouth

RAMIECOURT, 3/4 October, 1918. For great gallantry and

devotion to duty. During operations he went out from battalion

headquarters under heavy fire to locate position of “C”

Company, who were somewhere in front of RAMIECOURT. He

remained out for over two hours. Later on same day he, with the

assistance of stretcher-bearers, brought in a wounded officer

under shell fire.

MOORE, Capt. Harold Edward Royal Monmouth R.E.

Awarded 3rd June, 1916.

MOORE, Capt. John Leslie Mackenzie R.E.

ARRAS BOISIEUX, 21st March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty in maintaining the railway service under heavy

shell fire. By his action the withdrawal of railway artillery

was carried out, and all supplies evacuated.

MOORE, 2/Lt. Leslie Thomas R.E.

MONTELIMONT FARM, near VILLE-SELVE VILLAGE, 24th March, 1918.

For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty while his company

were engaged in covering a retirement under heavy artillery and

trench-mortar fire. With great stubbornness he held on to an

extremely bad position, finally withdrawing his troops skilfully

in good order. His fine conduct contributed greatly to the

success of the retirement, and caused the saving of several

wounded.

MOORE, Capt. Robert Frank 1/Notts & Derby

Awarded 3rd June, 1917.

MOORE, 2/Lt. William Robert 1/East Yorks

E. of MEAULTE, 3/4 June, 1916. During an intense bombardment

2/Lt. Moore showed himself to be a fearless and inspiriting

leader. He led a bombing party with great gallantry and dash.

His personal example had a most inspiriting effect on his men.

MORGAN, Lieut. Ernest Leslie R.F.A.

E. of YPRES, 15th October, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty in continuing to assist in laying out new lines

to the batteries, after having been himself half buried by a

shell. During many days’ operations it was entirely due to his

fine example that communications from brigade headquarters to

the batteries were kept intact.

MORRIS, 2/Lt. Alfred Arthur Thomas 6/Middlesex

MORY, 24th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion

to duty. This officer took command of the company when its

commander had been killed, and when the enemy broke through the

line he rallied his men and recovered the trench from which they

had been driven. The following day, in a rear guard action, he

showed skill and coolness in extricating his men in an orderly

manner.

MORROW, 2/Lt. Frederick R.E.

BIHECOURT, 21st March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty in charge of a cable burying party, when he

helped to man a most important redoubt. Although gassed early in

the morning he remained in charge of a mixed party of R.E. and

infantry throughout the day, fighting until relieved. Returning

from hospital as early as possible he continued doing most

valuable work in laying cable lines.

MORTIMER, 2/Lt. Arthur Broadbent 7/West Yorks

S.E. of AULNOY, 1st November, 1918. During the counter-attack by

the enemy on our positions he showed great gallantry. He seized

a Lewis gun and ran forward under very heavy machine-gun fire

and brought fire to bear on the enemy’s flank, causing many

casualties and capturing one unwounded prisoner. This action

threw the right flank of the enemy into confusion.

MORTON, Lieut. William Cattell 3rd London Brigade R.F.A.

Near LINDENHOEK, 1st June, 1917. Assisted by two of his men, he

showed the greatest promptness and courage under heavy shell

fire in extinguishing serious fires amongst the ammunition of

his battery. He also displayed great gallantry and resource in

attending to a wounded man under fire, getting him to a place of

safety.

MORTON, Capt. William Chamberlin 1/London

CACHY, 24/25 April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. In command of a company forced to fall

back he more than once rallied and reorganised his men,

taking up successive defensive lines and holding up the enemy

attack, although he had lost all his officers and most of his

non-commissioned officers.

MOSS, Capt. Vincent Newton 1/East Kent

Near HULLUCK, 24/25 June, 1917. During a raid he led his party

into the enemy support line, where he remained three hours

reorganising them after heavy casualties. Although wounded he

personally supervised the repulse of a bombing attack, and

remained to the last, finally withdrawing his party without

further loss.

BAR TO M.C.

NOYELLES, 21st November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. Finding during a relief that strong parties of

the enemy with machine guns were still in possession of a large

part of the village, he immediately led his company forward, and

with the help of two tanks cleared the enemy from the position,

capturing about 20 prisoners and a large quantity of stores and

war material.

MOSSMAN, 2/Lt. Harold Alexander 3/Royal Berks

POELCAPPELLE, 12th October, 1917. He kept the direction of the

right flank of the battalion in an advance over heavily shelled

ground. When his company reached its forward position he walked

over the open, reorganising it and rallying some wavering

troops, and keeping them under his command.

MUNRO, 2/Lt. Donald George 18/London

Near VERMELLES, 16th December, 1915. For conspicuous gallantry

and ability at the Quarries. He was in command of a party of

grenadiers in a very exposed position in the front line, and

repulsed a succession of violent bomb attacks made by the enemy.

MUNT, Major Edsal R.F.A.

LANNOY, 4th May, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion

to duty. At dawn the enemy commenced a heavy bombardment on the

battery position. As the battery was not firing, this officer

decided to withdraw the detachments to a place of safety. While

telephoning these instructions a shell burst in the roof over

his head, bringing the brickwork on the top of him and burying

him. He crawled out, trying to get to the guns, when another

shell burst close by, again burying him. He managed to crawl

out, and though much shaken, got to the guns and superintended

their withdrawal. The bombardment continued for an hour, and it

was due to his action that only one man was wounded.

MURCH, 2/Lt. Alfred Henry 11/Royal Warwick

DACAUT WOOD, 15th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty during an attack. He was in charge of an

advanced post. Seeing that the advancing troops would be held

up by the wire in front he went out with one man under heavy

machine-gun fire and commenced to cut it. He continued this work

until badly wounded.

MURRANE, Capt. Hugh Dudley 6/Royal Lancaster

Awarded 3rd March, 1919.

MURRAY, 2/Lt. George R.F.C.

Awarded 18th December, 1917.

NEEDHAM, Lieut. Leslie William 20/London

EAUCOURT L’ABBAYE, 1st & 4th October, 1916. He led his men with

great courage and initiative, capturing the objective. Later,

he consolidated and maintained his position. He set a splendid

example throughout.

NELSON, 2/Lt. Lewis Archibald 2/Leicester

S. of NEUVILLE VITASSE, 9th April, 1917. He rendered valuable

assistance to the infantry, making gaps in the wire and clearing

the enemy trench, thus saving many casualties. Later, he reached

his objective entirely unsupported, and remained in action for

four hours.

NETHERCOT, 2/Lt. Robert Pinkerton 8/West Yorks

ECOUST, 3rd May, 1917. Although wounded in three places, he

rallied his men and led them forward in the face of very heavy

hostile fire.

NEWBERRY, 2/Lt. Thomas Frederick Machine Gun Corps

Awarded 30th January, 1920.

NEWLAND, Lieut. Arthur Mansfield Coldstream Guards

PILCKEN RIDGE, 31st July, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. When his company commander was killed he took

command and led his men to their objective with the greatest

gallantry and skill, afterwards organising his defence under

heavy machine-gun fire, with complete disregard of his own

personal safety, setting a splendid example to all ranks.

NEWMAN, 2/Lt. Arthur James R.G.A.

Near HOLLEBEKE, 15th September, 1917. When it was reported

that one of the dug-outs near the gun had been blown in, he

dashed out under heavy fire, organised a party, extricated the

occupants, two of whom were killed, and got away a wounded man.

NEWTON, 2/Lt. Clement Vaughan 9/Royal Sussex

VERHAEST FARM, 7th June, 1917. After leading his company with

great determination and courage to its objective, he showed

skill and fearlessness in consolidating, personally leading

out his covering parties and fearlessly exposing himself to

machine-gun and rifle fire, in order to supervise and encourage

the work. He held his line for four days, setting a fine example

to his men.

NEWTON, Capt. William Godfrey 1/Artists (23/London)

Near FLERS, 18th September, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry in

action. He placed a lamp in the open to guide a night assault.

Later, although wounded, he rallied the men round him and bombed

the enemy with great courage and determination. He set a fine

example.

NICOL, 2/Lt. Ian Sinclair R.F.A.

CHAULNES, 25th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. This officer was forward observation

officer on a critical occasion. He got most valuable information

throughout the day, and when the infantry was retiring he

rallied stragglers and sent them back into the firing line,

restoring a threatening situation.

NICHOLLS, 2/Lt. Edward John 7/Royal Warwick

S.E. of POELCAPPELLE, 4th October, 1917. When the right flank

of his company was held up by heavy machine-gun fire during an

advance, and the company commander was killed, he took command

and led an attack on the machine gun, which he captured, putting

the entire team out of action. He then led his men forward and

captured his objective, setting a splendid example of courage

and determination.

NICKSON, 2/Lt. George Bernard R.G.A.

Near YPRES, 18th September, 1917. When a truck containing ten

tons of H.E. shells and cartridges was set on fire, with the

help of four men he uncoupled the burning truck, pushed it

clear, and then succeeded in extinguishing the fire.

NIMMO, Capt. William Wilson R.F.A.

Near VLAMERTINGTHE CHATEAU, 19th August, 1917. A bomb was

dropped by an enemy aeroplane on an ammunition dump, and set

fire to some boxes and camouflage. He, accompanied by the

battery sergeant-major, at once ran to the place and separated

the burning boxes and camouflage, which was burning on the top

of boxes containing live rounds. There is no doubt that by his

prompt action he saved a large number of rounds from being

destroyed, and also prevented many casualties.

NORMAN, 2/Lt. Sigurd Oswald 19/Notts & Derby (M.G.C.)

FEUCHY CHAPEL, 10th April, 1917. He fought his tank with the

greatest skill and energy, locating and silencing several enemy

machine guns, and later, unsupported, he passed through the

enemy lines and dealt with many targets.

NYE, Lieut. Frederick 18/Middlesex

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

OAKEY, 2/Lt. John Martin 7th Rifle Brigade (R.E.)

BULLICOURT, April, 1917. When in command of four trench mortar

batteries he carried out a most successful piece of work. Two

thousand rounds of ammunition had to be carried a distance of

2,500 yards. This was successfully accomplished, in spite of

enemy fire and the difficulty of working over open ground at

night.

O’BRIEN, Lieut. James 2/D.C.L.I.

SALONIKA. He carried a message under very heavy fire. He later

displayed great courage and coolness in going back to organise

and direct bearer parties.

O’DONOVAN, Capt. Robert Anthony 1/Worcester

MOISLAINS RIDGE, 4/5 March, 1917. He performed consistent good

work throughout the day, and was largely responsible for the

success of the operations. He set a splendid example of courage

and determination.

BAR TO M.C.

S. of OPPY, 6th October, 1819. For most conspicuous gallantry

and good work. He carried out a daring and highly successful

raid with his company, capturing an enemy’s strong point, with

four machine guns and 38 prisoners. He himself was first into

the position. It was entirely due to his able leadership that

the position was captured and the way cleared for a further

successful advance during the day by other companies on his left.

OGDEN, Lieut. William Edward 5/Manchester

E. of YPRES, 31st July, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty during an attack in leading forward a platoon

that had lost its commander and its direction. It was due to his

fine leadership and disregard of personal danger that the final

objective was captured.

OLDFIELD, Capt. Reginald Theodore 2/Bedford

S. of BRAY CORBIE ROAD, 6th August, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty during an enemy attack. Finding

that the enemy were occupying the trench immediately on his

flank, he made an effective bomb block, and at the same time

moved a section of his platoon to prevent the enemy moving round

his flank. He effectively beat off the attack, and finally

forced the enemy completely out of the support system. His

gallant and able leadership prevented a serious penetration of

the line at this point.

BAR TO M.C.

E. of RONSSOY, 21st September, 1918. He was in command of an

assaulting company, which had both flanks exposed. After making

a thorough reconnaissance of the country round QUENCHETTES

WOOD, locating the enemy’s positions accurately, he, with the

co-operation of four machine guns, then led two successful

bombing attacks up DUNCAN AVENUE and POT LANE, which enabled him

to get in touch with units on both flanks and clean up a large

body of the enemy.

OLVER, Lieut. John Dennis Circuit R.A. (T.M.B.)

Awarded 1st January, 1917.

ORMISTON, 2/Lt. Walter Hugh 13/London

Near MOEUVRES, 21st November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. When his platoon was held up by hostile

machine-gun fire he rushed forward to a gap in the wire, but,

being left with only five men, he withdrew and brought them

safely back. Though slightly wounded and badly shaken by a bomb

in an enemy bombing attack he remained at his post until the

battalion was relieved two days later.

OSTLE, Capt. Henry Knight Eaton 1/Artists (2/Border)

Awarded 1st January, 1916.

OSWALD, Lieut. Harold Robert 4(13)Welch

N. of LE CATEAU, 19th to 21st October, 1918. For great

gallantry and initiative before and during the attack. He

was indefatigable on the 19/20 October in carrying out

reconnaissances across the RIVER SELLE in face of the enemy, who

was holding positions on the east bank in great strength. During

the attack he rushed an enemy machine gun with a few men whom he

collected, killing the crew and capturing the gun.

OVERTON-JONES, Lieut. Edward Coldstream Guards

Awarded 3rd June, 1918.

OWEN, Lieut. Malcolm de Brissac 1/Hertford

S.E. of HAVRINCOURT, 18/19 September, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty. This officer was in command of

the right front company when the enemy broke in at two points,

but, by skilful handling of the supporting platoons, he stopped

them from advancing further than the front line. He then made

a daring reconnaissance under heavy machine-gun fire, and,

organising a counter-attack, drove the enemy out again from one

of the points. The next day he counter-attacked the other point,

and succeeded in completely restoring the line.

OWEN, 2/Lt. Wilfred Edward Salter 5/Manchester

FONSOMME LINE, 1/2 October, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty in the attack. On the company commander

becoming a casualty he assumed command and showed fine

leadership, and resisted a heavy counter-attack. He personally

manipulated a captured enemy machine gun from an isolated

position, and inflicted considerable losses on the enemy.

Throughout he behaved most gallantly.

OWERS, 2/Lt. Frederick Thomas 13/London

BOURLON WOOD, 2nd to 4th December, 1917.

GRAINCOURT, 11th December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty when in command of advanced posts during

lengthy operations. On one occasion he was bombed and fired

on the whole day, but maintained his position. Later, when

surrounded on three sides, he withdrew his platoon under orders,

but after dark he reoccupied the post, and handed it over intact

to the relieving unit.

PADDLE, 2/Lt. Kenneth Cecil Lawrence R.G.A.

Near GIVENCHY, 2nd November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty as forward observation officer in a very

exposed position in the front trenches. Owing to the enemy’s

heavy fire one officer was wounded and two men were killed

close to him, and although the enemy sent over a large number

of trench mortar bombs whenever he ordered his battery to open

fire, he persisted with his duties until his task had been

completed.

PAINE, 2/Lt. George Gordon 2/Royal Berks

Awarded 1st January, 1916.

PALMER, 2/Lt. Percy Reginald 12/Royal Welch Fusiliers (Leicester)

Near HULLUCH, 12/13 February, 1917. He displayed great courage

and determination in firing a torpedo under most difficult

conditions. Later, he rescued two wounded men.

PARK, 2/Lt. Ronald Hubert Mungo Irish Guards

Near LANGEMARCKE, 9th October, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty when in charge of a section of machine

guns which he established in a well-chosen position from which

to bring in direct fire upon the enemy’s approaches. He worked

untiringly to establish a large reserve of ammunition, and when

the enemy counter-attacked they were twice subjected to a heavy

fire from his guns.

PARKER, Major John Amplett R.E.

Near MERVILLE, 11th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. His field company was digging a system of

posts when the enemy attacked. He manned the posts with his men

and a few other troops, and held the position for some time

against determined attacks, showing great coolness under heavy

machine-gun fire. He was severely wounded.

PARKIN, 2/Lt. John R.G.A.

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

PARKES, Lieut. George Henry 3rd Reserve Cavalry (13/Hussars)

Near HADRANIYAH, Mesopotamia, 29th October, 1918. For

conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. In an assault on a

strongly entrenched plateau he was in command of the Hotchkiss

guns, and by his marked personal courage and skilful handling

of them under fire, cleared the right flank of the enemy and

undoubtedly saved the regiment many casualties.

PASSINGHAM, 2/Lt. Edward George 1/Northumberland Fusiliers

Near ARRAS, 20th March, 1917. He led a raiding party with great

courage and determination through uncut wire, and succeeded in

entering the enemy’s front-line trenches, where he personally

shot three of the enemy.

PATERSON, 2/Lt. Frank James 4/London

PEIZIERE, 10th September, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

dashing leadership. This officer was detailed to mop-up part

of the village. Although badly held up by enemy machine-gun

fire he led his platoon on and showed great initiative, and set

a splendid example by rushing two enemy machine guns, which

he captured, killing the crews of both. In the attempt he was

wounded, but carried on until his platoon had completed its

task, and were definitely established on the objective.

PAYTON, 2/Lt. Sidney 15/Tank Corps

VRAU-VRAUCOURT, 31st August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and determination while in command of a tank. Ahead of other

tanks and without infantry support he attacked and cleared

machine-gun nests, killing several of the crews, and then, with

his corporal, he entered dug-outs and took more prisoners.

Later, while still ahead, he silenced another machine gun and

took the crew prisoners. He was in action for seven hours and

set a splendid example of courage and devotion to duty.

PEAL, Lieut. Arthur Francis Henry 5/York & Lancaster (148th T.M.B.)

YPRES, 28/29 June, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion

to duty while in charge of two mortars which were taken out

into “No Man’s Land” during a raid on the enemy’s trenches.

Immediately the operation started enemy shelling became heavy,

together with rifle and machine-gun fire; and soon afterwards

one mortar became useless owing to a damaged striker. He

personally remedied the defect and brought the mortar into

action again immediately. By his fine example of coolness and

determination he kept his mortars firing exactly to time, each

of which expended 80 rounds.

BAR TO M.C.

HASPRES, 13th October, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry in action

whilst in command of the trench mortar section. He worked

his gun forward with the greatest courage and determination,

covering the advance of the leading companies, and later,

when the enemy counter-attacked, although portions of the gun

mountings were missing through casualties, he continued to fire

the mortars until forced to withdraw.

[Illustration:

[pp. 44, 357.

A. J. T. FLEMING-SANDES, V.C.]

[Illustration:

Recapture of British Tank from the enemy at Seranvillers.

Oct. 8^{th.} 1918

Sketch by Capt. Paget who was attached to Tank Corps & was on the

spot the same day.]

PEARSON, 2/Lt. William George Frederick 8/Royal Sussex

PREUX, 4th November, 1918. He showed conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty whilst employed on the repair of forward roads.

In the face of heavy machine-gun fire he made the necessary

reconnaissance of the road, and the road was pushed forward, and

finally completed, under very difficult conditions.

PEGRAM, Capt. Charles Ernest 17/Rifle Brigade

PASSCHENDAELE, 1/2 December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. He formed up his company at the assembly

position although the enemy were sniping from an advanced post

fifty yards away, and led them to the attack under intense

machine-gun fire. When most of his men had become casualties and

his left flank was in the air, he formed a defensive flank and

established touch with the unit on his left.

PERL, Capt. Bernard Huson Artists: 5/Royal Lancaster

Awarded 3rd June, 1918.

PERROTT, 2/Lt. Eustace Stroud 8/London (1/Artists)

THILLOY, 27th August, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. When the situation in front of a village

was obscure this officer went forward through heavy machine-gun

fire and obtained information of the greatest value to his

company commander, and remained out well in advance, sending in

information till he was wounded.

PETHERBRIDGE, Capt. Charles Arthur 2(17)Royal Scots

ZILLEBEKE, to E. of COURTRAI, 28th September to 20th October,

1918. For continuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a

month’s fighting. He was acting as adjutant, and was at all

times in the fighting zone. He carried out his work at all

times with zeal and energy. He was invaluable to his battalion

commander, and by his actions and courage inspired all ranks.

PHEYSEY, 2/Lt. John Edward R.F.A.

YPRES, 14th July, 1917. When getting ammunition forward to the

guns, in spite of his having already made three journeys in 48

hours under heavy shell fire, a distance of eight miles each

time, he volunteered to make a fourth, in the course of which he

was severely wounded. He displayed the finest devotion and very

great coolness whilst carrying out this duty, and set a splendid

example to officers and men.

PHILLIPS, 2/Lt. Fenton Ellis Stanley R.F.C.

GINCHY, 3rd September, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry and

skill. He has done fine contact patrol work. On one occasion

he came down to a low altitude while making a report, and his

machine was much damaged by rifle and machine-gun fire, but he

carried on and successfully put our artillery on to the enemy,

who were massing for a counter-attack.

PIERCE, Lieut. Alfred 283rd Siege Battery R.G.A.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

PILE, 2/Lt. Samuel John Haughton 13/Middlesex

Near LOOS, January, 1917. During a raid on the enemy’s trenches

he completely overcame the resistance of the enemy by shooting

their leaders. He led his party beyond their objective, and

later effected a skilful withdrawal.

PITCHER, Lieut. Walter Henry Blythe Coldstream Guards

BROEMBEKE, 9th October, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty in leading his company and maintaining

direction under most difficult circumstances. During a

counter-attack he displayed great initiative, altering his

positions to make a defensive flank, which proved of the utmost

value.

PITTS, 2/Lt. Arthur Walter R.A.S.C.

Awarded 3rd June, 1917.

PLATT, 2/Lt. Oswald Gordon 5/Yorkshire L.I.

HINDENBURG LINE, 3rd May, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion during an attack. His seniors becoming casualties very

early he assumed command, rallying wavering troops of various

units, establishing a position and holding it under intense fire

until it became untenable. He was the last to retire. Twice

before he has been recommended for great gallantry.

POCOCK, 2/Lt. Reginald William R.F.A.

Near BOESINGHE, 12th October, 1917. When in command of a party

of trench mortars under heavy shell fire he constructed a track

and succeeded in bringing into action three guns which were

badly bogged in shell-holes, and then assisted in bringing up

ammunition.

PODD, Capt. Jack Kenneth 2/West Yorks

Near ETTERPIGNY, 25th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. After the battalion had launched a

counter-attack he pushed forward to a very advanced position

and sent back excellent reports containing most valuable

information, which he could only get at considerable risk. Later

he displayed great courage and resource in reforming troops

who had been driven back, and re-establishing a line. In these

operations he was wounded.

POGUE, 2/Lt. Reginald Thomas 6/Dorset (Tank Corps)

WARVILLERS, 3rd to 9th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

with his tank in clearing the way, and thus enabling the

infantry to advance practically without loss. He inflicted

severe casualties on enemy machine-gunners, and was largely

responsible for the capture of prisoners. In action, four times

within the week, he set a splendid example, and always kept his

tank tuned up for emergency.

POLL, Lieut. Dudley Erskine 24/London

ST. PIERRE VAAST WOOD, September 2nd, 1918. For most conspicuous

gallantry and initiative. Whilst on the ridge in front of

Vaux Wood he crawled over the open to the rear to bring up

reinforcements, although absolutely exposed to intense rifle and

machine-gun fire. He personally posted the reinforcements on the

exposed flank and thus relieved the danger of a flank attack

against the position on the ridge. Throughout the operations he

set a fine example to all ranks.

POTHECARY, Lieut. Herbert Martin Rixson 8/West Yorks

DICKEBUSCH LAKE, 14th July, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

during an attack. When all the officers of his company had

become casualties he assumed command, and, though wounded, he

led them on and captured his final objective. He remained with

the front line company until the battalion was relieved. He

displayed great courage, ability, and devotion to duty.

POTTS, Capt. Joseph Harold 23/London

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

POWELL, 2/Lt. Laurence R.F.A.

Awarded 1st January, 1919.

POWER, Capt. Charles Montague 2/Scottish Rifles

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

PRATT, Capt. Harold Douglas 2/London

Near CROISILLES, 27th August, 1918. He carried out a

reconnaissance on the flank of the battalion with great skill,

and obtained such successful results that, owing to his

information, the artillery were able to concentrate on a large

body of enemy who were assembling for a counter-attack, and

dispersed them with very heavy loss. He was later on wounded in

three places by the explosion of a shell as he was attacking

a machine gun that was causing casualties. His gallantry and

ability were conspicuous and he rendered most valuable service.

PRESTON, 2/Lt. John Frank 7/London

Near YPRES, 7th June, 1917. He led his platoon twice to the

attack of a position, which was finally captured, together with

80 prisoners. His resolute leading and courageous behaviour were

of the highest assistance in bringing about a successful result.

PROSSER, Capt. Arthur Edward 1/Worcester

S. of OPPY, 7th October, 1918. During the afternoon he brought

forward two of his platoons into the ROUVROY-FRESNES line, and

led them through advanced troops which were hung up and captured

a further 1,000 yards of the line. He himself rushed two machine

guns which were enfilading our troops, and captured seventeen

prisoners. His splendid example, courage and leadership enabled

touch to be gained all along the line. Later in the evening he

himself pushed forward into Neuvireul and captured two heavy

trench mortars which had been causing many casualties to the

battalion on his left.

PULLINGER, 2/Lt. Charles Edward 7/K.R.R.C.

WANCOURT, 10th April, 1917. He took command of the company at

a very critical time, although he himself was wounded. In the

face of heavy fire of all kinds he collected and reorganised the

company, and successfully consolidated his position.

PULLMAN, Capt. Harold John Bucks Bn./Oxford & Bucks L.I.

ST. JULIEN, 16th August, 1917. He led his company with great

skill and determination in an attack. When two preceeding waves

were held up, he sent up flanking parties and rushed the enemy

blockhouses. He reformed his company and proceeded towards his

objective.

PURVES, 2/Lt. John Murdow R.F.A.

Near LANGEMARCKE, 16th August, 1917. When laying forward

cables this officer and his party were confronted with a very

heavy hostile barrage and intense machine-gun fire. With great

determination he pushed on with four men and succeeded in

getting his telephone lines across a river. His personal courage

and perseverance set a splendid example to his party, and it was

entirely due to his disregard of his own safety that the work

was successfully carried out, the party being under heavy fire

all the time. He was severely wounded whilst engaged on this

duty.

PYKETT, Lieut. George Frederick 16/Royal Warwick

Awarded 1st January, 1919.

QUARE, Capt. Herbert Alfred Brame 9/Munster Fusiliers

Awarded 3rd June, 1917.

RABINO, 2/Lt. Francis Aloysius 3(1)Dorset

SAMBRE CANAL, 4th November, 1918. For gallant and able

leadership in the attack. He commanded the platoon which first

effected a crossing over the canal, and it was chiefly owing to

his energy and initiative that a crossing was effected at a very

critical time of the attack. In the subsequent advance he again

showed great ability.

RACTIVAND, 2/Lt. Dometrius 3(1)Shropshire

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

RADCLIFFE, Lieut. Charles Netten 19/London

Near NEUVILLE-ST.-VAAST, 30th August, 1916. For conspicuous

gallantry during a raid on the enemy’s trenches. He carried out

the previous reconnaissances, and showed great determination

during the raid, bringing back several enemy prisoners.

BAR TO M.C.

DEIR-YESIN, 8th December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. Throughout the advance he displayed

unremittingly the greatest skill and energy in leading his men.

In the culminating assault he led the first wave, and afforded

an example of dash and determination which contributed largely

to the success of the charge.

RADFORD, Lieut. John Arundel 8(1)Somerset L.I.

Near VERCHAIN, 24th October, 1918. He led his company with

great courage and determination to the furthest objective. He

gained the final objective with only a few men, consolidated the

position, and, although his right flank was completely exposed

throughout the day he held on, and successfully repulsed a

counter-attack after dark.

RALPH, 2/Lt. John Leslie 16/Royal Welch Fusiliers

ENGLEFONTAINE, 4th November, 1918. He showed great gallantry

under difficult conditions. During the advance he handled his

platoon with such prompt initiative that parties of the enemy

encountered were dispersed at once; and also by skilful use of

Lewis-gun fire he drove the enemy from a road which threatened

the left of the final objective.

RANDALL, Capt. Joseph Edward 5/Border

LYS and LAWE, 13th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. He carried out his work as Brigade

Intelligence Officer with great energy. For four days he worked

unceasingly, practically without sleep and always under fire.

His information was of great value, and he successfully guided

counter-attack troops into their positions by day and night.

REAH, Lieut. Herbert William 517th (London) Field Co., R.E.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

REDLER, 2/Lt. Harold Bolton R.A.F.

HAM, 23rd March, 1918. He encountered four enemy two-seater

machines, and attacking the lowest drove it to the ground

with its engine damaged. Later, he attacked one of five enemy

two-seater machines, and drove it down out of control. He has

destroyed in all three enemy machines and driven three others

down out of control. He continually attacked enemy troops and

transport from a low altitude during operations, and showed

splendid qualities of courage and determination throughout.

REED, Lieut. John Philip 14/Liverpool (14/Yorkshire)

Near ZILLEBEKE, 7th June, 1917. He led his company in the attack

with exceptional skill and courage, consolidating under heavy

machine-gun fire and maintaining cheerfulness under trying

circumstances, which greatly inspired the morale of his men.

REED, Lieut. William R.E.

ARQUES, 19th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. During a night air raid this officer was

in charge of the workshops and technical stores dump, next to

a large ammunition dump and kite-balloon depot. At 10 p.m. two

fires were started by bombs in the ammunition dump. With the

exception of the anti-aircraft machine-gun crew, all men were

sent to safety. Violent explosions on the dump filled the air

with shells and fragments, and the camp was continually bombed

by the light of the fire. He sent all the machine-gun crew away,

and fired the two machine guns himself until they both jammed.

Later a fire broke out in the balloon shed, which he helped

to extinguish, saving a great deal of valuable material. He

worked continuously for five hours under continuous bombing and

explosives.

RERRIE, 2/Lt. Henry Godden 2/York & Lancaster

LOOS-CRASSIER, 22nd April, 1917. When in command of his

platoon he was subjected to severe artillery and machine-gun

fire, and in a very isolated position. Throughout the day,

although himself wounded, he set a splendid example to his men

under most trying conditions.

BAR TO M.C.

COUILLET WOOD, 20th November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. When his platoon was held up by machine

gun fire and bombers, though wounded he overcame the enemy’s

resistance and captured two machine guns and 28 prisoners. He

remained with his platoon throughout the action.

REYNOLDS, Capt. Harry Norman 7/Royal Warwick

ST. JULIEN, 27th August, 1917. He led his company in an attack,

and assisted in taking an enemy stronghold. Later he reorganised

the remnants of his company and rushed a blockhouse, capturing

the garrison. He showed great personal courage, and by his

example encouraged his men.

BAR TO M.C.

ASIAGO PLATEAU, ITALY, 15/16 June, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty when the enemy had broken

through. He pushed forward, stopping their advance, and, driving

them back, capturing a machine gun and holding positions all

night under intense machine-gun fire. Next day he again drove

them back, capturing three machine guns and many prisoners,

following them as far as their own lines. He did splendid work.

RHODES, Capt. Dunstan R.G.A.

VERMELLES, 23/24 April, 1917. PONT DU HEM, 1st May, 1917. He

showed a fine example of courage when the battery was heavily

shelled by gas shells. He continually exposed himself, moving

about to ensure the men’s safety, and personally seeing to the

clearing of loaded ammunition wagons.

RICH, Capt. Cecil Olvar 1/Wilts

Near PLOEGSTEERT, 17th February, 1917. He continually carried

out daring patrols of the enemy’s wire, and the success of a

raiding party was largely due to his information.

BAR TO M.C.

MARCOING. 20th November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. He led his tanks into action with great skill

and coolness. After he had advanced some distance a masked

field battery opened fire at about 100 yards range. Though one

tank was put out of action, and he was severely wounded, he

effectively silenced the battery, and enabled the infantry to

continue the advance. He set a splendid example to all ranks.

RICHARDS, Lieut. Lincoln Winfield 5/Lincoln (12/Norfolk)

VIEUX BERQUIN, 19th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty during an attack. He rushed an enemy post,

shooting the officer and putting the remainder to flight. He

was the first to reach the final objective, cheering on and

encouraging his men. His courage and leadership inspired his men

at critical stages of the attack.

RICKATSON, 2/Lt. Hugh Cecil 1/Artists: Coldstream Guards

GOUZEAUCOURT, 30th November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. When his company had to remain under fire

in the open during an attack while a flanking movement was

being carried out his example of coolness and courage was an

inspiration to his men. On arriving at the objective, though

wounded, he superintended the consolidation of the position

under intense fire.

RICKWOOD, 2/Lt. John Edgell 5/Royal Berks

Near DOURGES, 15th October, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

initiative. He volunteered to cross the HAUTE DEULE CANAL and

make a reconnaissance. After crossing the canal at PONT-A-SAULT

his presence was discovered by the enemy, who kept him covered

with their machine guns. In spite of this he worked his way

along the eastern bank of the canal and brought back most

valuable information, which enabled his company to form a

bridgehead.

RIDLINGTON, Lieut. Alfred Charles 17th Armoured Car Bn. (Tank Corps)

LE CATEAU-MARETZ ROAD, 9th October, 1918. He displayed

marked gallantry and skill when in charge of a section of

armoured cars. He first attacked a machine-gun post which was

holding up our advance, and, in conjunction with the infantry,

successfully cleared it and captured the guns. In proceeding

forward with two cars a bridge was blown up behind him by the

enemy, separating him from the second car and from our troops.

With one car, however, he went forward through Maurois and

Honnechy, which were both strongly held by the enemy, of whom he

killed five in one spot in the latter village. His prompt action

prevented the railway bridge from being blown up by the enemy.

RIGOLD, 2/Lt. Ernest Edward 82nd Siege Battery R.G.A.

NUPPE HALTE, 20th April, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry. When

the cartridge store became ignited during a bombardment he went

out under fire with two gunners and put the fire out. They were

in great danger from an explosion.

RIPPERGER, Lieut. Harold Theodore Alvin

4/Gloucester (7/Lancashire Fusiliers)

E. of HEBUTERNE and BEAUREGARD DOVECOTE, 21st to 23rd August,

1918. For conspicuous gallantry during an attack. He led the

attack on a position and successfully checked the enemy’s

counter-attack. Finding his right flank in the air he attacked

the enemy in a trench on his right flank, and in conjunction

with another company captured an officer and about 90 other

ranks. He showed great courage and ability to command.

ROBERTS, Lieut. Frederick Arthur Donkin 18/Lancashire Fusiliers

VIJEWEGEN, 14th October, 1918. During the operations south-west

of LEDEGHEM and subsequent operations south of GULLEGHEM he

was conspicuous for his gallant and skilful leadership. In

the attack south of MOORSEELE, when hostile machine guns were

holding up the advance, he led his men forward and secured

valuable positions and inflicted heavy losses on the enemy.

ROBERTS, 2/Lt. Henry 7/West Yorks (1/East Yorks)

Near LIMONT FONTAINE, 7th November, 1918. During the

operations he showed fine and determined leadership. When the

advance of his battalion was held up by machine-gun fire he took

command of two platoons, and led them forward, working round

the enemy’s flanks, and causing him to retire and abandon his

machine guns. Later he led another attack on a machine gun.

ROBERTS, 2/Lt. John R.F.A.

Near YPRES, 25th November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. He was in charge of a party building a gun

position, and when they were heavily shelled he ordered the men

to take cover. When one of the party was severely wounded he

and one man went back, and though twice knocked down by shells

succeeded in carrying him to cover.

ROBERTSON, 2/Lt. Albert 7/Shropshire

Near HEKIN and HENINEL, 21st to 28th March, 1918. For

conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in leading his

platoon. On several occasions he withstood determined enemy

attacks under intense bombardment, successfully directing his

platoon when compelled to withdraw.

ROBERTSON, 2/Lt. Frank Bruce 1/Leicester

QUADRILATERAL, 15/16 September, 1916. He performed most

valuable work requiring great courage, twice passing through a

very heavy barrage to obtain information. Previously he had done

fine work.

ROBINSON, Lieut. Harry 4(9)Northumberland Fusiliers

MARESCHES, 1st November, 1918. For great gallantry and good

work. He advanced with his platoon to the RIVER RHONELLE,

placed a bridge across, and then successfully helped to

mop-up the village of Maresches. Later, after the enemy had

counter-attacked, he advanced with two platoons, collecting men

of other regiments, and eventually established our position

north-east of the mill, which he held until relieved. In the

operation he took 40 prisoners.

ROBINSON, 2/Lt. Norgrove Stewart R.G.A.

ST. QUENTIN, 21st March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. This officer, commanding the left-half

battery, was engaged in pulling into position when the enemy

opened a heavy and concentrated fire, inflicting a number of

casualties on the men, who had been up all night. Only one gun

was in position, but he got the second gun into action, only to

be destroyed by a direct hit, which killed or wounded the whole

detachment. Meantime, with great exertions he got the third gun

into action, and kept the two guns firing till midday, when the

ammunition was expended. His conduct throughout the day was

admirable.

ROCHFORD, 2/Lt. John Robert 10/Royal Warwick

Near LOUPART WOOD, 25th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty in directing the fire of his company

with the greatest coolness when the troops on both flanks had

withdrawn. His splendid example inspired his men to hold on

until the last possible moment, and in the final withdrawal

he was again conspicuous in handling his men to provide the

necessary covering fire.

ROE, Lieut. Alfred 7/Lancashire Fusiliers

Near ARMENTIERES, 1st February, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. He led his party to their final objective,

obtained valuable identifications, and brought his party back

without a casualty. He set his men a splendid example.

ROLLES, 2/Lt. Nathaniel 14/Royal Warwick

Near GOUZEAUCOURT, 27th September, 1918. He led his platoon

in the attack with conspicuous gallantry under heavy fire to

the further objective, during which his company lost 60 per

cent., including all the officers. His consistent courage and

determination in the face of heavy odds in keeping his men

together, and rallying leaderless men of other units, was worthy

of the highest praise.

ROSCOE, Major William 2/South Lancashire (25/M.G.C.)

BEAUREVOIR. For gallantry, initiative and devotion to duty

throughout the period 8th to 18th October, 1918. On the night

7/8 he was in charge of the machine-gun barrage in front of

BEAUREVOIR. He moved his company into positions under heavy

shell fire, personally reconnoitring each position and sighting

all guns. Later, on 17th October, at LE CATEAU, he was again in

charge of the machine-gun barrages, which he contrived to fire

repeatedly on various targets at the request of the infantry.

ROSE, 2/Lt. Eric William Lancashire Fusiliers

SAPIGNIES, 25th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty in action. Although a very junior officer he

commanded his company with great courage and ability, and his

resolution in the leading of a counter-attack was worthy of the

utmost praise.

ROSE, Lieut. Matthew Howard 22/Manchester

GUILLEMONT, 21st August, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry and

determination on reconnaissance. Having discovered some of the

enemy in a dug-out at the bottom of a steep bank, and being

accompanied by only one man, he returned to our lines, and the

same night organised a successful bombing party against the

dug-out, capturing a machine gun. The success of this raid was

entirely due to the coolness and ability displayed by Lieut.

Rose.

ROSHER, Capt. John Brenchley 10/Durham L.I.

Awarded 1st January, 1917.

ROUGHT, Lieut. Philip R.E.

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

ROWLAND, Capt. Frank Skinner 6/Notts & Derby

Near LIEVIN, 9th May, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty in making his way on two occasions to

advanced posts which were under heavy hostile shell fire. He

rallied and reorganised the men, who were considerably shaken,

remaining with them until the enemy’s fire slackened, and

restoring their confidence. He showed great initiative and

disregard of danger.

BAR TO M.C.

RICHEBOURG ST. VAAST, 3rd September, 1918. He handled his

company with remarkable skill and gallantry in an attack.

Being in support when the company in front was held up, he

displayed commendable initiative and great disregard of danger

in reconnoitring close to the enemy’s position, whereby he was

able to attack them in flank, killing or taking prisoners many

of them, and capturing a machine gun.

RUNDELL, Capt. Leslie Eric 7/London

LOOS, 14th February, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry. When the

enemy exploded a mine, destroying a portion of our trench,

his prompt initiative and disregard of personal danger under

heavy fire enabled the near edge of the crater to be seized and

consolidated.

BAR TO M.C.

VIMY RIDGE, 21st May, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry and

ability during an enemy attack. He dealt most resolutely with a

situation which for a while was very precarious.

RUTHERFORD, 2/Lt. Stanley 3/East Surrey

Awarded 3rd June, 1918.

SALTER, Lieut. Carl Russell Colley 20/London

SHAB SALLAH, 29th December, 1917. During the attack, after his

company commander had become a casualty, he took charge of

the company, which he reorganised under heavy machine-gun and

rifle fire, repulsed an attack on his flank, and personally

led a charge against the enemy on his front. His leadership,

coolness and initiative largely contributed to the success of

the operations.

SAUNDERS, Capt. Cornelius James 24/London

Awarded 3rd June, 1917.

SAVAGE, 2/Lt. James Percival 13/London

JERUSALEM, December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. On the enemy gaining a temporary footing on

the right flank of the line he immediately collected a few men

and charged into the midst of the enemy, whom he succeeded in

holding in check until that section of the line was reorganised,

after which the enemy were completely repulsed. His gallantry

and presence of mind undoubtedly averted the possibility of

critical developments.

SAVOURS, 2/Lt. Herbert Jay 3/Royal Fusiliers

FONTAINE-AU-BOIS, LEVAL and MONT DOURLERS, 3rd to 8th November,

1918. For conspicuous skill and gallantry in leading his company

during the operations. In spite of a dense fog he made good each

stage of the advance until the final objective was reached,

where his company captured an enemy field battery near LES

ETOQUIES. He set a very fine example to his men.

SAWNEY, 2/Lt. Leslie Thomas 7/West Yorkshire

BUCQUOY, 23/24 May, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion

to duty in charge of a raiding party against a suspected hostile

post, which he had previously located by a daring reconnaissance

under heavy fire. When the raiding party approached the post

the enemy were found to be on the alert and in great force,

and his party came under heavy rifle fire. He nevertheless

rushed forward in advance of his men and engaged the enemy in

hand-to-hand fighting. Having inflicted severe casualties on

them, he gave the signal for the raiding party to retire, and

was himself the last man to leave the trench. His fine courage

and leadership throughout set a fine example to all ranks with

him.

SCOONES, 2/Lt. Thomas Collins 2/Gordon Highlanders

Awarded 1st January, 1916.

SCOTT, Capt. Charles Edell 12/K.R.R.C.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

SCOTT, 2/Lt. Frank Munro 10/Liverpool

PASSCHENDAELE, 4th to 12th October, 1917. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty in directing traffic during eight

days’ operations with very little rest. His fine example, great

coolness and judgment had a marked influence on the troops

crowded on the road, when excitement would have added to the

dangers and difficulties caused by heavy congestion.

SCOTT, Capt. Robert Francis Cloete 1/Lincoln

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

SCOTT, Lieut. Theodore Gilbert 4/Norfolk

VIRY NOREUIL, 24th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty when at a critical stage of a heavy

enemy attack he collected a party of 50 men at a bridgehead

and directed a deadly fire upon the advancing enemy masses,

delaying their advance. He continued to walk about under heavy

machine-gun fire, encouraging his men until ordered to retire to

a new line of defence. He set a magnificent example of courage

and leadership.

SCOTT-JAMES, 2/Lt. Rolfe Arnold R.G.A.

Near BEAURAIN, 28th March, 1918. Whilst the battery was in

action, and also on the occasion when the guns had to be quickly

withdrawn, he at all times, by his example and disregard of

danger kept the detachments working coolly and efficiently,

despite the most intense hostile shelling.

SCUDAMORE, 2/Lt. Charles Greenwich 7/London

HENINEL, 13th April, 1917. Although wounded he continued to lead

his men, and gave directions for the holding of the captured

positions, and returned to hand in his report before having his

wound attended. He set a fine example throughout.

SCURLOCK, Lieut. Stephen John 8/Lancashire Fusiliers

Near MERRIES and CELERY COPSE, 13th August, 1918. For

conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. After his company

commander had been killed he ably reorganised his company,

which had suffered heavy casualties, under heavy fire. He also

made a personal reconnaissance and brought back very valuable

information. He did fine work.

SCRUTTON, Major Alan Edward 1/Artists (2nd & 15th Tank Corps)

BAYONVILLERS, 8th August, 1918. This officer showed conspicuous

ability and gallantry. In order to make certain that his tanks

reached their starting-points in good time, and went into action

ahead of the infantry, he went with them to the starting-point

and went into action on foot with the infantry. He afterwards

rallied his tanks at the first objective, reorganised them

there, and detailed sections for tasks in the second phase

of the operations. In this phase his tanks encountered heavy

resistance from heavy field guns firing over open sights, but he

nevertheless kept in close touch with them throughout, and went

on with them to their final objective, which they reached after

overcoming very formidable resistance at many points on the

way. He has at all times shown remarkable initiative, powers of

leadership, and contempt of danger.

SCRUTTON, Lieut. John Austin R.E.

Awarded 3rd June, 1916.

SELFE, Capt. Arthur Edward Ferrour 1/Artists: Coldstream Guards

PILKEM RIDGE, 31st July, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. During an attack he displayed remarkable

initiative and grasp of a difficult situation in capturing his

own objective as well as a strong point outside his area which

would have considerably held up the attack. On obtaining his

objective he quickly reorganised under heavy machine-gun fire,

and throughout this day and the following one kept his company

going under the most adverse circumstances by his splendid

personal example.

SELIGSOHN, 2/Lt. Heinrich Leon 3/London

NOREUIL, 22nd March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. Having brought up a party of men from the

transport lines he took up a line in front of a village, where

he was attacked in great force. He held out for many hours, but

was finally driven back. He rallied his men on the other side of

the village, and with the greatest dash and determination led

a charge through the village and recaptured the line, thereby

undoubtedly saving a very serious situation.

BAR TO M.C.

Near CHIPILLY, 8th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry in

action. With a small party of headquarter details he attacked

the enemy in a wood, killing and making prisoners of several,

and capturing many machine guns. His splendid example, until

he was seriously wounded and unable to carry on, had a most

inspiring effect on all ranks.

SESSIONS, 2/Lt. Donald Humphrey R.F.C.

In FRANCE, 2nd May to 10th November, 1917. During two months

he did 111 hours flying on artillery work, often under heavy

anti-aircraft fire. He constantly observed most successfully

for the artillery, causing direct hits on gun pits, fires and

explosions.

SHANKS, Lieut. Martin Hollis 1/Suffolk

Awarded 3rd June, 1918.

SHARP, 2/Lt. Matthew 7/London

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

SHAW, Lieut. Walter Douglas Royal Fusiliers (10/Manchester)

RIENCOURT, 30th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion during an attack, when his company was exposed to

a very hostile barrage. His coolness and leadership took the

company successfully through. Later, being exposed to heavy

machine-gun fire, he halted his company, taking up a position

in shell holes. He then led forward a platoon, outflanking

the hostile machine guns, compelling them to withdraw, and

successfully led the company to its objective. His courage and

resource were worthy of the highest praise.

SHEPHERD, Lieut. Walter Scott 2/Wilts

Awarded 1st January, 1917.

SHERLOCK, Lieut. Cecil Claris 7/Middlesex

Near YPRES, 20/21 September, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. He rallied his men, who had been scattered

by shell fire, and led them forward to their work. He showed

splendid courage and leadership, and rendered valuable service

in his preparations for the attack.

SHERLOCK, 2/Lt. Frederick 8/Norfolk

IRLES, 10th March, 1917. He displayed marked courage

and determination in carrying out the work of clearing a

village. He set a fine example to his men throughout, and

succeeded in capturing 27 prisoners.

SHILCOCK, 2/Lt. Harold Gordon 7/London (7/Middlesex)

BULLECOURT, 31st August, 1918. When his company commander was

wounded shortly after the attack commenced he took command, and

led his men with gallantry and resolution to their objective,

where he held his position under difficult conditions and

against determined efforts of the enemy to outflank and

penetrate our line. His example of courage and able leadership

largely contributed to the success achieved.

SHORT, Capt. John Rodwell 13/Yorkshire

Near VILLERS GUISLAIN, 14th March, 1917. Prior to the raid on

the enemy trenches he made several personal reconnaissances of

the enemy’s wire and positions, and it was largely owing to his

gallantry and fine leadership that the attack was pressed home.

The hostile trenches were entered, several of the enemy killed

and two prisoners captured, at a time when identifications were

of incalculable value. He had previously shown the greatest

skill and judgment in organising, equipping and training his men

for the raid, for the undoubted success of which he was largely

responsible.

SHORT, 2/Lt. Harold 1/Loyal North Lancashire

N. of BAPAUME-CAMBRAI ROAD, 22nd March, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty in leading his platoon through a

heavy barrage to reinforce a corps line. On the succeeding days,

and until he was wounded, he was a model of coolness and courage

to his men, and his cheerfulness throughout the operations was

of invaluable assistance to all ranks with him.

SIBREE, Capt. Herbert John Hyde 1/Norfolk

LONGUEVAL, 27th July, 1916, and FALFEMONT FARM, 4th September,

1916. When his company was held up by machine-gun fire, and he

himself was wounded, he continued to move about under heavy fire

reorganising his company until he was again wounded. On another

occasion he led an attack which resulted in the capture of 100

prisoners.

SIMMONS, Capt. Frank Keith, _M.V.O._ 1/Artists: 2/Highland L.I.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

SIMPSON, 2/Lt. James Gordon 12/Royal Sussex

WYTSCHAETE, 16th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. Under very heavy fire he successfully led his

company in a counter-attack to their objective. He was twice

wounded, but continued to encourage his men to advance. He set

a fine example of devotion to duty and contempt for personal

safety.

SINCLAIR, 2/Lt. Eric Russell Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders

Near YPRES, 20th September, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty in an attack. Though wounded at the beginning

of the attack he went forward and established his platoon in a

good position on their objective. When heavily counter-attacked,

he showed a fine example of courage and initiative which

contributed largely to the repulse of the enemy.

SIZEN, 2/Lt. Reginald 6/Royal Fusiliers

BOURLON WOOD, 27th November to 3rd December, 1917. For

conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when in command of a

platoon. His company commander having become a casualty during

an attack, he took command, displaying great courage and skill

in consolidating the posts at the objective, and suffering few

casualties although the area was swept by heavy fire. He set a

fine example of keenness and cheerfulness and was ever ready to

grasp the situation, and act on it with rapidity and discretion.

BAR TO M.C.

E. of AUCHONVILLERS-AVELUY WOOD, 26th to 29th March, 1918. For

conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was in command

of a platoon, and by his own personal gallantry and powers of

leadership was instrumental in keeping his part of the line

intact and breaking up enemy attacks. On another occasion, owing

to casualties, he was placed in command of a company, with which

he held the right of the line and carried out a most successful

and difficult relief. He showed splendid powers of command, and

set a very high example during a most trying period.

SKEVINGTON, Capt. Alan Percival 2/West Yorks (M.G.C.)

BOURLON WOOD and MOEUVRES, 29th November to 5th December, 1917.

For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He performed

most efficient and gallant service in the handling of his

machine guns, and assisted materially in repelling an enemy

attack. His guns were subjected to intense shell fire, and four

of them were put out of action, but he held his position for

eight days, setting his men a splendid example of determination

and resource.

SKIPPON, 2/Lt. David Leslie 14/Tank Corps

Near VILLERS-LES-CAGNICOURT, September 2nd, 1918. His tank

proceeded well ahead of the infantry, and in face of direct and

accurate enemy field-gun fire he showed great determination in

overcoming enemy resistance. He continued fighting his tank

until it received several direct hits, himself and all his crew

being badly wounded. The action of this officer’s tank was

particularly gallant and useful.

SLANEY, 2/Lt. Arnold John Robinson 17/London

JERUSALEM, 8th November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. Leading his platoon on the directing flank of

the assault, his courage and fine leadership enabled his men to

carry the objective and advance beyond it on the heels of the

retreating enemy, who suffered heavy casualties. Taking up a

line with marked rapidity, he organised his defence with great

skill, and from it inflicted further heavy casualties on the

enemy, whose whole line gave way.

SLATER, Lieut. George Edward Herbert 1/Border

Near HOOGEMOLEN, 22nd October, 1918. For great gallantry and

devotion to duty. He held his company together in the assembly

position when subjected to heavy shell fire. Later, he led them

to the assault and penetrated the enemy’s lines to a depth of

1,500 yards. With his strength reduced to 19 rifles, he held

on for some time and then withdrew to a fresh position and

consolidated.

SMART, 2/Lt. James Lamont 8/West Yorks (M.G.C.)

Near GAVRELLE, 23rd April, 1917 For conspicuous gallantry and

skill in an attack, when he succeeded in getting all his guns

into position under heavy fire, and inflicting very severe

casualties on the enemy. He set a fine example of courage and

initiative.

SMART, 2/Lt. William Pechey 5/Liverpool

Near ARMENTIERES, 7/8 February, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy’s trenches.

He commanded a party which searched the enemy’s trenches and

captured eight of the enemy and one machine gun. By his personal

example of determination and courage he was responsible for

the success achieved by his party. Before the raid he had

reconnoitred “No Man’s Land” under enemy machine-gun fire, and

obtained valuable information.

SMIRKE, Capt. Edward Alexander 7/Lancashire Fusiliers

TEMPLEUX QUARRIES, 21st March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty during a retirement, when he took command

of the battalion, which he retained until wounded. By his cool

leadership and personal disregard of all danger he held his men

together in the most difficult circumstances, organising and

leading counter-attacks continuously.

SMITH, Lieut. Arthur Wedgwood Gifford 7(2)Bedford

PREUX AU BOIS, 4th November, 1918. During the attack, while

acting as battalion intelligence officer he showed great skill

in marking out the route for the approach march and getting the

battalion into position on a very dark night. Subsequently, when

the situation was obscure, he went forward under heavy fire, and

got in touch with all the companies, and established a report

centre practically in the front line, sending back information

which was invaluable in dealing with enemy strong points.

SMITH, 2/Lt. Ernest Rees Motor Machine Gun Corps

Near LA VACQUERIE, 1st December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry

and devotion to duty. During the defence of our position, by

his splendid example of courage and coolness, he undoubtedly

saved some of the guns of a neighbouring brigade and effectively

checked the enemy’s advance in that sector. After the guns had

been got away he remained in defence of the positions. He sent

in valuable information to the generals of two brigades, carried

out machine-gun defence work, and greatly assisted in organising

the infantry defence.

SMITH, 2/Lt. Frank Edward Corbitt Douglas 3/Durham L.I.

Near YPRES, 20th to 22nd September, 1917. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty. During a counter-attack by the

enemy he led his platoon forward out of the trenches, the better

to meet the attack, and brought his left flank up so that the

enemy were enfiladed and driven back in disorder. He set a fine

example to his men throughout the operations.

SMITH, 2/Lt. George Ernest R.G.A.

Near MORCHIES, 15th April, 1917. He got his battery into

action in spite of the most difficult conditions, and rendered

invaluable assistance to the infantry at a critical time.

SMITH, Capt. Geoffery Hubert 1/Coldstream Guards

Near MOYENVILLE, 21st to 23rd August. 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and fine leadership in an attack through an

impenetrable fog. On reaching the objective his company

commander was killed. He at once took charge and reorganised the

company, which was being heavily bombarded. Later he captured

the final objective, and although his right flank was in the air

he so disposed his command as to give very good security.

SMITH, 2/Lt. Gordon Richard 3/West Riding

Near ROBECQ, 18th July, 1918. For most gallant service in

connection with a raid. Though severely wounded shortly after

his Stokes mortars opened he urged his teams to continue firing.

Four men were killed and one wounded besides himself, but

owing to his indomitable spirit the survivors stuck it out and

completed the firing. The barrage was most accurate, many enemy

dead being found by the raiding party.

SMITH, Lieut. Morrison Churchill R.M.L.I.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

SMITH, Capt. Harold Rees M.G. Corps

Near GUEMAPPE, 23rd April, 1917. He commanded his tank in a

most successful manner. He destroyed a machine-gun emplacement

and several snipers’ posts, and later materially assisted in

stemming the enemy advances.

SMITH, Lieut. Leslie Horace M.G. Corps

JONCOURT, 1st October, 1918. For great gallantry and good work.

When two of his guns and teams were partly buried by enemy

barrage prior to a counter-attack he extricated such of the men

as had not become casualties. He then under very heavy fire

pushed forward four guns to the advanced posts, and defended the

exposed left flank of the brigade, engaging enemy parties at

close range and effectively breaking them up.

SMITH, 2/Lt. Percy Landon 11/Royal Warwick

RIEZ DU VINAGE, 30th June, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty in commanding a wave of a raiding party which

successfully penetrated the enemy’s lines in daylight. Heavy

casualties were inflicted on the enemy, about 50 being killed

and five taken prisoners. He was almost entirely responsible for

the preliminary reconnaissance. He did splendid service.

SMITH, 2/Lt. Sydney Bernard Loyal North Lancashire

RICHEBOURG L’AVOUE, January, 1917. He carried out a dangerous

reconnaissance of the enemy’s wire. Accompanied by another

officer and N.C.O. he forced his way to the enemy’s trench.

Later, although himself wounded, he assisted to carry a wounded

man a distance of 250 yards.

SMITH, Capt. Walter Campbell 1/Artists

Awarded 1st January, 1917.

SMITH, Capt. William Leslie 2/Worcester

Awarded 3rd June, 1918.

SMITHER, Capt. Samuel Thomas 10(17)London

S. of YPRES-COMINES CANAL, 7th June, 1917. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty in command of a bombing party

which was to co-operate with the tanks in the capture of a

position. The tanks having failed to arrive at the right moment,

he successfully took the position with a bombing party, and

established communication with the battalion on his left,

displaying great coolness and resource at a critical moment.

BAR TO M.C.

CONTALMAISON, 25th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. When the enemy were pressing their attacks

down a communication trench this officer, moving along the

top of the parapet and using his revolver, himself led two

counter-attacks which drove the enemy back. His courage and the

determination with which he led his men undoubtedly produced

this successful result.

SECOND BAR TO M.C.

Near MOISLAINS, 5/6 September, 1918. During the operations

he displayed great gallantry and initiative in leading his

company to the attack, and also in assisting the other company

commanders, who were junior subalterns, in the reorganisation

and consolidation. His contempt of danger set a fine example to

those under him, and his clear reports of the situation were of

the greatest assistance to his commanding officer.

SOLOMON, Staff-Capt. Jerrold Bernard 2/Oxford & Bucks L.I. (R.F.C.)

In FRANCE, 20th and 24th November, 1917. He carried out a patrol

lasting nearly three hours in a very high wind and low clouds,

flying at an average height of 500 ft., and brought back a

valuable report. During the flight he attacked and drove down an

enemy two-seater machine under heavy rifle and machine-gun fire

from the ground. He also made a valuable reconnaissance in very

bad weather, flying at an average height of 100 ft. under heavy

rifle and machine-gun fire, in the course of which he engaged a

hostile battery with his machine gun. He set a splendid example

of courage and determination.

SOUTTEN, Major Arthur Camille 11/London

Near YPRES, 23rd September, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. He was on his way to a forward post alone when

he saw a party of six of the enemy approaching. He covered them

with his revolver and took them all prisoners.

BAR TO M.C.

CROZAT CANAL, 21/22 March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion in action when he went forward with four scouts to

locate the position of the enemy. During the reconnaissance his

four scouts were wounded, and it was only by crawling under

heavy fire that he was able to take back information of the

highest importance. His courage and determination were very

marked.

SOWARD, 2/Lt. Frank 5/D.C.L.I.

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

SPAFFORD, 2/Lt. Arnold Victor 3/West Riding

HAVRINCOURT, 15th to 18th September, 1918. When the company

commander became a casualty this officer took charge, and led on

with great skill and gallantry, securing the objective, which

was strongly held by the enemy. For a time his advance was held

up by machine guns, but after a personal reconnaissance he

worked up a trench with bombing squads and Lewis gunners, and

drove the enemy out with great loss.

SPENCER, 2/Lt. Joseph Thomas 8(2)London

E. of POZIERES, 19th September, 1918. For most conspicuous

gallantry during the operations. This officer gallantly rallied

his men under very heavy hostile machine-gun fire, rushed the

machine-gun post, and succeeded in taking the crew prisoner.

During this period he displayed an utter disregard of danger and

inspired his men. He was subsequently wounded.

SPICER, 2/Lt. Edward Masters 4/East Lancashire

Near PASSCHENDAELE, 9th October, 1917. When in command

of his platoon he was largely instrumental in repelling

counter-attacks, and regained control over his men in very

trying circumstances.

SPRAWSON, Capt. Evelyn Charles R.A.M.C.

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

SPURRELL, Lieut, Richard Kenilworth 9/D.C.L.I.

Near ARRAS, 14th October, 1917. When he was in command of a

section of a raiding party his section encountered severe

opposition, but effected an entry by hand-to-hand fighting,

during which he personally killed two of the enemy, his party

taking eight prisoners. He had previously carried out two

reconnaissances.

SQUIRE, 2/Lt. Edwin Ross 5/Lincoln

Near LENS, 1st July, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty when commanding a flank company of an assault.

Finding the enemy in a strong position and offering considerable

resistance he at once organised his company for defence, and

repulsed two counter-attacks. Throughout the day he held on

to the positions he had taken, organising them in a very able

manner under heavy fire of all kinds, and doing work which

was extremely valuable, as well as being of an exceptionally

difficult nature.

STAHL, Capt. Arthur R.F.A.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

STALMAN, Lieut. Alfred Claude 6/West Riding

Near BAILLEUL, 13th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. During an attack by the enemy this officer

noticed a dangerous gap in our line on the flank of the brigade.

He immediately counter-attacked with much gallantry under heavy

fire, and although shot through the arm he succeeded in retaking

and holding our original posts.

STANCLIFF, 2/Lt. Robert 2/London

BEAURAINS, 18/19 March, 1917. He led his platoon in a most

gallant manner, and personally reconnoitred an enemy trench.

Later he single-handed attacked and captured two of the enemy.

He was subsequently wounded.

STATON, 2/Lt. William Ernest R.A.F.

In FRANCE, March, 1918. On one occasion, when on offensive

patrol, he, by the skilful handling of his machine and accurate

shooting, destroyed two enemy aeroplanes and brought down a

third out of control. In addition, during the nine days previous

to this, he had destroyed five other enemy machines, two of

these being triplanes. The services which he has rendered have

been exceptionally brilliant, and his skill and determination

are deserving of the highest praise.

STEEL, 2/Lt. Edward Gerald 20/London

EAUCOURT L’ABBAYE, 1/4 October, 1916. He led his platoon with

great courage and determination to their final objective. Later

he consolidated and maintained his position for four days until

relieved. He set a splendid example to his men.

STENTIFORD, Lieut. Ronald Hastings 5/Leicester (M.G.C.)

Near LENS, 8/9 June, 1917. He led his sub-section forward under

heavy fire with great initiative and determination, and by his

supporting fire at point blank range enabled the storming party

to get forward. Later in the attack he covered the retirement

with great skill, successfully accounting for 50 of the enemy,

who were approaching over the open. He did not withdraw his guns

until the last possible moment.

BAR TO M.C.

Near DICKEBUSCH, 7/9 May, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. This officer was in charge of a section

of guns for three days’ fighting. After enduring a heavy

bombardment, when both he and his men were suffering from the

effects of gas, he accomplished a counter-attack in the evening.

When the bulk of the infantry was checked he pressed on by using

concealed approaches with a thin wave of infantry, and came into

action just behind, filling a gap which might at any moment have

been penetrated by the enemy. He showed the greatest coolness

and judgment in getting his guns into position and checking the

enemy.

STEPHENS, 2/Lt. George /Gloucester

Near BIACHES, 4th February, 1917. He handled his platoon with

great gallantry, and materially assisted in repelling a strong

enemy raiding party.

STEPHENS, 2/Lt. Kenneth Thomas 3/Worcester

MONT DE LILLE, 13th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. During a hostile attack he showed the greatest

courage and initiative. With another officer he organised a

counter-attack and drove the enemy back, inflicting heavy

casualties.

STEPHENS, Capt. Warren Trestrail 6/Notts & Derby

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

STEVENS, 2/Lt. Cyril Parker 3/D.C.L.I.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

STEVENS, Capt. William Cecil 1/Worcester

Near YPRES, 31st July, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty. During important operations he showed very

quick grasp of the situation, and was of the greatest assistance

to his commanding officer. On one occasion, when no orderlies

were available, he himself carried an important message under

very heavy shell fire with the utmost fearlessness and disregard

of personal danger.

BAR TO M.C.

Near ST. CHRIST, N. of SOMME, from 22nd March to 2nd April,

1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during

11 days of very severe fighting. Throughout the whole of this

period, acting as adjutant, his untiring efforts were constantly

directed to the handling of the battalion, and his fine example

set a standard for all ranks, which enabled them to carry out

the duties assigned to them. After his commanding officer had

been wounded he assumed increased responsibilities with the

greatest courage and resource, and the ability of the battalion

to respond to the calls made on it at critical moments was

largely due to his fine work.

SECOND BAR TO M.C.

TRESLON and SOULEUSE RIDGES, 27th May, 1918. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty during an enemy attack. He did

invaluable work in keeping men of his battalion together during

severe fighting under heavy fire, when any lack of resolution

would have been fatal to prospects of success. Two days later

he was conspicuous by the way in which he helped to control the

fight and reorganise defences during a long and hard-fought

fight.

STEWART, Lieut. Oliver 9/Middlesex (R.F.C.)

Between BRUGES and OSTEND, 13th July, 1917. For conspicuous

gallantry and devotion to duty. He has done consistent good work

for six months, both on escorts and offensive patrols, and has

displayed great fearlessness and skill during severe fighting at

close range with enemy machines, successfully holding his own,

although on several occasions outnumbered by them.

STEWART, 2/Lt. William Hinton 211th Siege Battery (R.G.A.)

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

STONE, Capt. William Herbert 1/Royal Warwick

Near MERVILLE, 28th June, 1918. During an attack he led his

company with conspicuous gallantry and great dash to the capture

of their objective. He then took a party with a Lewis gun in

pursuit of the retreating enemy, on whom he inflicted severe

losses. Having destroyed a bridge over the river he consolidated

a selected position well in advance of the objective, and though

badly wounded he continued to direct operations for some time.

During all this time he was under heavy enemy machine-gun and

sniping fire at short range.

STOREY, 2/Lt. Kenneth 2/Durham L.I.

HOOGE, 9th August, 1915. For conspicuous gallantry and skill

when in command of bombing parties. He was seriously wounded

while directing his men. The success of our attack and the

subsequent holding of the position were largely due to the

coolness and dash of the bomb throwers under 2/Lt. Storey.

STORM, 2/Lt. William George 5/York & Lancaster

THIEPVAL, 16/17 September, 1916. He led a party of

volunteers in an attempt to surprise an enemy post. Though

unsuccessful, owing to heavy machine-gun fire, he succeeded

by fine leadership in bringing back the whole of his party,

including the wounded. He himself was the last to return.

STOUT, Lieut. Frank Moxon 20/Hussars

HAIRPIN, 25/26 January, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry

and resource. When he heard of an enemy working-party in the

vicinity he took a corporal and light machine gun down a sap,

mounted the corporal on his back to enable the latter to fire

over the parapet, and opened fire. Later, mounted on the

corporal’s back, Lieut. Stout opened fire, although by this

time they had been discovered. Next morning 14 dead enemy were

counted, and more must have been wounded.

STRATTON, 2/Lt. Gilbert Leonard R.F.A.

RAMADI, 11th July, 1917. When his section was subjected

to intense and accurate fire from six hostile guns he worked

with great courage and coolness, and succeeded in silencing

two of them. Though exposed to the fiercest heat he displayed

extraordinary energy throughout the day, and set a fine example

of courage and determination to his section.

STRODE, Capt. Maurice 2/West Surrey

GHELUVELT, 26th October, 1917. When several battalions were held

up by machine-gun fire, and many men of different units were

without leaders owing to casualties, although he was on duty

at battalion headquarters, he voluntarily went forward, and

in spite of heavy fire got 100 men into a suitable defensive

position.

BAR TO M.C.

Awarded 1st January, 1918.

SULLIVAN, 2/Lt. Stanley Frederick /Gloucester

Near POELCAPPELLE, 9th October, 1917. When in command of his

platoon during an attack he captured a concrete emplacement held

by two enemy machine guns, and later assisted in capturing a

strong point by working round its flank. He took out a patrol of

six men to gain touch with the company on his right, and though

three were killed he continued until he had gained touch.

SUTCLIFFE, Lieut. Fred 8/Hants

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

TAMBLYN, Capt. Horace William 181st Tunnelling Co. R.E.

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

TAPPER, Capt. Michael John 1/Artists (Tank Corps)

This officer has acted as Staff Captain to the brigade since

its formation on 1st February, 1917. Throughout the ARRAS

battle, the operations in the YPRES SALIENT from 31st July to

20th October, and the CAMBRAI battle, he has shown the utmost

untiring energy and capacity for organisation. The task of

providing supplies, etc., has often been one of very great

difficulty, but on no occasion has there been any failure in the

arrangements he has made.

TAPLIN, Capt. George Aubrey 65th Siege Battalion (R.G.A.)

Awarded 3rd June, 1919.

TAPPLY, Capt. Mark 10/Norfolk

Near ALBERT, 26/27 March, 1918. During the enemy attack he

rushed forward, and by his coolness and courage inspired such

confidence in his men whose officers were casualties that a new

line was established. On the following day, when the enemy were

about to attack a detached post, he collected reinforcements

and led them to the post, which he found to be surrounded by

the enemy. Cutting his way through the enemy he succeeded in

establishing a fresh position from which the enemy could be

checked. His courage, skill and initiative were most conspicuous.

TARRANT, 2/Lt. Henry Geoffrey Nelson 6/Royal Berks

Near MIRAUMONT TRENCH, 17th February, 1917. He pushed home the

attack with such determination that, in spite of weak numbers,

he succeeded in capturing 70 prisoners. He finally got in touch

with the unit on his left, and consolidated the position he had

gained.

TAUTZ, 2/Lt. Reginald Hugh 10/Manchester (Loyal N. Lancs)

Near NIELTZE, 19/20 May, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and

devotion to duty when in command of a raiding party. Finding the

gap, previously cut, had been repaired, he cut his way through

under fire and cleared 70 yards of enemy trench, displaying the

greatest determination and courage.

TAYLOR, Capt. Bruce Mitchell 1/D.C.L.I.

Awarded 14th January, 1916.