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Citations for Decorations; 42nd Battalion AIF 

contd...from Citations 1 (Aitken to Moon)

• Pte George Roland MOORE, M.M.
  • On the 8/8/1918, during the operations on the Somme, East of Hamel, Private Moore displayed splendid courage as a runner. During the advance on the enemy position he was entrusted with an important message. Although he had to pass through a heavy barrage of enemy shellfire and machine-gun fire, he did not hesitate and although he was wounded did not stop, and reached his destination and delivered the message. His courage and devotion to duty were of the highest order.
• Sgt. GEORGE EVAN MORGAN, M.M. and Bar.
  • M.M. On 1/9/18, during operations North of Peronne, Sergeant Morgan displayed exceptional courage and initiative in the manner in which he handled his platoon. At one stage of the advance the platoon on his right was temporarily held up by the fire from a heavily manned German trench. Sergeant Morgan, realising the position, moved forward with Private Naylor and mopped up the trench concerned, by a rear and frontal attack. By this prompt action Sergeant Morgan undoubtedly saved us many casualties, and, in addition, made it possible for his flank platoon to advance on to the general line. Throughout the whole operation he maintained an attitude of courage and cheerfulness most inspiring to his men.
• Bar to M.M.: For conspicuous services rendered in the Field.
• L./Cpl. SYDNEY ERSKINE MORRISON, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Major AUBREY CLYDE MOYES, M.C.

  • For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He successfully led his company through extremely heavy enemy barrage to the relief of a battalion, which he accomplished with a very few casualties, afterwards organising the defence with great skill, influencing his men by his personal example and courage. He displayed great resource and ability in keeping up communications with his headquarters even under the heaviest barrage, and he contributed largely to the successful holding of the line by his battalion.

• L./Cpl. ROBERT MUNRO, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Lieut. KENNETH ADRIAN MURDOCH, M.I.D.
  • For conspicuous services.
• L./Cpl. NORMAN STANLEY MURRAY, M.M.
  • On 1/9/18, during operations North of Peronne, this man's platoon suffered very heavy casualties from enemy machine-gun fire. On his Section Commander becoming a casualty, Private Murray assumed command and handled the section with the utmost intelligence and initiative, displaying great cheerfulness and courage, which served in very good stead to his badly knocked about comrades. On reaching the objective his keen observation and intelligent use of the ground were of invaluable assistance to his platoon commander.
• T/Sgt. WILLIAM CARR McCASKER, M.M.
  • On the morning of July 31st, 1917, during an advance East of Messines, this N.C.O. was in charge of a platoon. His platoon was held up by machine-gun fire from a shell hole about 20 feet in front. In the attempt to rush the position, the platoon was stopped by wire, but the Corporal forced his way through alone. He threw a bomb into the garrison, killing two and wounding several, the remainder surrendering with their gun intact before the platoon arrived. His actions throughout were characterised by coolness, dash, and determination.

• Pte JOHN KISSOCK McDOWELL, M.M.

  • On 30th March, 1918, in Sailly le Sec, South of Albert, Private McDowell was engaged in preparing a hot meal for the troops in the trenches. His position was heavily shelled and his comrades sought shelter. This man continued to prepare the meal and make arrangements for its distribution, which owing to his devotion to duty and courage was possible even during the lulls in the enemy attack His conduct was much admired by the men of his company and it was only due to his example and fine soldierly bearing that the hot meal was able to be served to the troops immediately the enemy's attack had been defeated. There was no officer or N.C.O. who could supervise this important duty, and his example to the other men of his kitchen is worthy of commendation.

    • (McDowell was KIA, 26 May 1918. Click for details)

• Pte DONALD ROY McGREGOR M.M.

  • On the 6/9/18, during operations East of Peronne- whilst the platoon was advancing to its objective in the darkness through a swamp, Private McGregor who was carrying four magazines of Lewis gun ammunition, was wounded by enemy machine-gun fire through the wrist unknown to the rest of the team. Despite the pain and weakness from loss of blood, he pushed forward on his own and at daylight sighted his section in action. Private McGregor advanced with the ammunition under heavy enemy machine-gun and rifle fire and reached the gun with ammunition intact. This enabled the gun to keep in action, and al. lowed the advance to continue. He went forward again with the platoon and refused to go to the dressing station until ordered to do so by his platoon officer. His conduct throughout the day won the admiration of all ranks.

• Pte. THOMAS McGUIRE, M.I.D.
  • For conspicuous services rendered.
• Driver DONALD McLAREN, M.M.

  • On 1/9/18, during operations North of Peronne, Driver McLaren was in charge of a pack mule carrying a hot meal to one of the front line companies. He was forced to travel by a different route to the remainder of the pack drivers, and carried out his task under the most adverse conditions. His route lay across a plateau in full view of the enemy and swept by enemy machine-gun fire and a continual target for searching fire from enemy artillery. He displayed great courage and tenacity of purpose in completing this task and his devotion to duty and his coolness whilst waiting the return of the dixies, was an example of soldierly spirit of the highest order.

• Lieut. JOHN McLEAN, D.S.O., M.C., M.I.D.

  • D.S.O. On the afternoon of 5th April 1918, at about 3 p.m., while at Sailly-le-Sec, Lieut. McLean saw two of the enemy entering the village of Bouzancourt, across the Somme River. He immediately set off with his runner, crossed the river and made fearlessly to Bouzancourt. He stalked the houses in which the enemy were Been and immediately charged the two Huns on lookout. He wounded one Hun with a revolver shot, and the other fired at him without result. Seizing his runner's rifle he then charged the Huns, who by this time had run. He overtook the wounded Hun bayoneted him, and then shot the other Hun before he could return to his lines. This secured valuable identification. This officer has at all times shown conspicuous courage in face of the enemy. His action was witnessed by men of this brigade, and his courage and bravery in dealing with the enemy and securing such valuable information is much admired.

  • M.C.: On 11-12th August, 1918, during operations on the Somme, he, with a Lewis gun section, attacked an enemy strong point north of Posieres which was holding up the advance of a flank company, whose success meant the success of the line. With extraordinary gallantry he accounted for five enemy machine-guns, two by himself, cleared the strong point, and enabled the flank company to continue their advance. Just before reaching his final objective he was wounded, but continued to control his platoon until the capture of the final position, and then superintended consolidation. His magnificent example of courageous conduct produced a great moral effect on the whole of the attacking troops, and did much to insure his company's success. He did most splendid work.

  • M.I.D.: For conspicuous services rendered.

• Pte. AGESILAUS McWATTERS, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Pte. HERBERT ALFRED NAYLOR. M.M.

  • On 1/0/18, during operations North of Peronne, Private Naylor displayed a devotion to duty and splendid tenacity of purpose. He delivered a message from his Company Commander to the advancing platoons under extremely heavy machine-gun fire and artillery fire. Later, he materially assisted in the cutting off and the capture of a number of prisoners who were strongly defending a trench and interfering to a great extent with the advance of the platoon on the right. Throughout the operation his cheerfulness and courage were most marked.

• L./Cpl. WILLIAM O'BRIEN, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Capt. RICHARD DeB F. O'BRYEN, M.I.D.
  • For conspicuous services rendered.
• Lieut. WALTER LEONARD O'CONNOR, M.C. and M.M.

  • M.C. On the 12th August 1918, during operations on the Somme near Proyart, this officer occupied a position some little distance in front of the main objective with the object of rushing two enemy machine gun posts which were holding up another part of the line. He, with his platoon, successfully accomplished this, which greatly contributed to the success of the advance. A few minutes later a party of 80 enemy attempted to rush his platoon from the left. Lieut. O'Connor took a rifle from his runner, shot the officer, and directed one of his Lewis guns on to the party, completely disorganising and repelling the attack. His Company Commander was wounded some distance to his right, but despite a hail of enemy machine-gun bullets, he rushed to assist him, and was himself severely wounded in the attempt.

  • M.M.: His initiative, courage and resource in dealing with surprise situations won the admiration of all who were working under and with him.

• Lieut. ERIC EWEN PATERSON, M.C.

  • On 29th September 1918, during operations south of Bony, he was sent forward to establish forward battalion headquarters. On meeting a strong enemy machine-gun post he immediately attacked it with his runners. Finding that the frontal attack had no effect, he rushed forward alone to a flank, and endeavoured to take the enemy in the rear, but was wounded before he attained his object. He displayed great gallantry and initiative.

• Sgt. KENNETH GEORGE PATTERSON, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Lieut. JACK GRANT PATTISON, M.M.
  • On 6/9/18, during operations East of Peronne, Corporal Pattison who was in charge of the Scout Section kept in constant touch with the enemy although continually exposed to heavy enemy machine gun and rifle fire. He collected and passed back much information and was also of great assistance in keeping touch with our companies on the flanks When his company's stretcher-hearers had become casualties he helped to attend to the wounded under exceptionally heavy shell fire at great personal risk. His courage and devotion to duty throughout the day were of the highest order and won the admiration of all ranks.
• Sgt. JOHN CLARENCE PEACOCK, M.M.
  • On 29th September, 1918, during operations south of Bony, an enemy machine-gun was giving much trouble and had caused casualties to the members of Sergeant Peacock's platoon. This gun was situated on our left flank in rear of the trench we were occupying, and fired right down on our position. Sergeant Peacock locating this machine-gun took a Lewis gun, mounted it on the parapet although under direct fire of at least 5 enemy machine guns, brought fire to bear and put the hostile gun out of action. Later under cover of darkness, he crept forward and obtained identification of the enemy machine gunners. His courage and coolness undoubtedly saved his platoon from further casualties.
• L./Cpl. JOHN THOMAS PETERS, M.M.
  • For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the period 16th September, 1918 to 11th November, 1918. This N.C.O. as leader of a Lewis gun section, on the 1st September, 1918, directed his section against two enemy machine-gun crews, putting them both out of action, and capturing their guns; thus enabling the rest of his platoon to advance. He has been present with the platoon since March, 1918,and has always led his section thoroughly and well, with utter disregard for personal safety, and always with a cheerful disposition.
• Lieut. JAMES HENRY NORMAN PRICE, M.C., M.I.D.
  • On the night of 5th/6th June, in the trenches near Hill 63, Messines, this officer was in command of a raiding party against the enemy in U.15a. Despite heavy enemy shelling of the approach and jumping off trenches, Second Lieut. Price assembled the storming party without loss, and at zero hour personally led the assault, which was pushed home with such vigour that the demoralised enemy garrison which greatly outnumbered the assaulting party, cast down their arms and fled through our own barrage to their support line. After inflicting heavy casualties and penetrating his communication trench as far as the support line, Second Lieut. Price skilfully withdrew the raiders through a hostile barrage to our own trenches. The personal courage displayed by this officer throughout this enterprise against the enemy inspired confidence and determination in his men. A total of 5 officers and 100 men took part in this raid.
• L/Sgt. GEORGE JAMES HENRY READ, D.C.M., and M.M.

  • D.C.M. On 29th September, 1918, during operations south of Bony, while his platoon was bombing its way up the Hindenburg Line, he displayed great daring and initiative by covering the advance with a Lewis gun, and so allowed the party mopping up to continue their work of clearing out a machine-gun. From the trench in which his platoon was working he crept out in face of fire from six enemy machine guns, covered the enemy strong point from a distance of 40 yards, drew the fire, and thus prevented the enemy from firing on our bombers. This enabled them to get within range for bombing, and they cleared the strong point.

  • M.M.: On 1/9/18, during operations North of Peronne T./Cpl. Read displayed great initiative and courage in the handling of his Lewis gun section. Perceiving that a flank platoon was being temporarily checked by enemy machine guns, he crept forward to a commanding position and at great personal risk observed the position of these guns. He then moved back to the platoon, took charge of his section and moved them to a flank where he successfully engaged and silenced the enemy guns. By his prompt action T./Corporal Read undoubtedly saved us many casualties and enabled the advance to be continued.

• W.O. Class II. WILLIAM THOMAS REED, M.M. and Bar.

  • M.M. For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. On the 4th July, 1918, near Hamel, this N.C.O. displayed great bravery and devotion to duty during an attack on the enemy's position. During the final assault Sergeant Reed dashed ahead of his comrades, entered the enemy's trenches and attacked, single-handed, a party of Germans, killing several, the remainder surrendering. He displayed much initiative and bravery during the consolidation of the new position, giving great assistance to his Company Commander in this work. During the whole operation, by his bravery and coolness and devotion to duty he set an excellent example to his men.

• Bar to M.M.: For bravery in the Field.

• Pte. FREDERICK ROSE, M.M.

• On the 8th August, 1918, during the operations on the Somme, East of Hamel, Private Rose displayed great daring throughout the whole of the advance, and by his bravery and resourcefulness was instrumental in capturing several prisoners. When the objective was reached he rendered valuable service as a Company Runner, having on several occasions to pass through heavy enemy machine-gun fire. By his bravery and high standard of devotion to duty he set a very

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• Pte. PERCIVAL DOUGLAS SAVAGE, M.M.

  • On the 12th August, 1918, during the operations on the Somme near Proyart, Private Savage displayed splendid courage as a runner, and did exceptionally good work during the operation. Under most strenuous circumstances and heavy enemy artillery and machine-gun fire, this runner made four trips from the front line beyond Proyart to Battalion Headquarters, and also a number of shorter runs and succeeded in getting all messages through without delay.

• Sgt. BERNARD SCANLAN, M.M.
  • For conspicuous services rendered
• Pte. HENRY SEPPLE, M.M.

  • During the operations east of Bray from the 22nd to the 26th August, 1918, inclusive, whilst employed as runner for his officer with the Battalion on our left flank. Private Sepple had to repeatedly come through heavy artillery and machine gun barrage particularly on the 22nd, when enemy counter attacked. and again on 24th, when we attacked at mid-day, to deliver urgent and important messages, which he accomplished without delay. It is estimated that he made 30 trips from left flank to our Battalion. In addition, whilst running, he collected valuable and useful information en route from various sources. and on the 22nd when the right flank Battalion of the English Division was retiring, he assisted his officer in rallying the men and inducing them to make a definite stand. Throughout the whole operations he displayed great coolness and daring.

• Cpl. WILLIAM SHANKS, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Pte. CLARENCE LESLIE SMITH, M.M.

  • For conspicuously good work as a stretcher-hearer during October operations. He repeatedly went out to the most exposed position under intense artillery and machine-gun fire and attended to and brought in wounded to the R.A.P. He has acted as a stretcher-bearer during the operations from March to October, 1911, and has always carried out his duties without a thought of personal safety. On 12th August, 1918, North of Proyart, this man was most assiduous in bringing in wounded during a daylight attack. By his bravery and devotion to duty on this day, he was responsible for the saying of the lives of six men.

• Lieut. ARTHUR FRED SNELLING, M.C.

  • On 31st August, 1918, during operations North of Peronne, this officer rushed two enemy machine guns which were holding up our advance, killing three of the crew, and taking the remainder prisoners. The second gun he put out of action by working up a shallow trench and bombing it. On reaching the enemy's main line of resistance, he organised and led a bombing party which was instrumental in killing many of the enemy, and capturing 20 prisoners. He then reorganised his platoon and established a definite line. Later, when the enemy attempted an outflanking movement on his company, he crawled forward with a few men and a Lewis gun and established a post from which he could enfilade the enemy and cause him severe casualties. He then crawled along the line under heavy fire, organised the supply of ammunition, and by his action enabled his men to hold and consolidate the position which they had captured.

• Lieut. HURTLE ABEL ROY SQUIRES, M.I.D.

  • For conspicuous services rendered.
• L./Cpl. WILLIAM HENRY STAFFORD, M.M.

  • For conspicuous gallantry in action and devotion to duty. On the night of 31st May, near Villers-Bretonneux, near Amiens, Private William Henry Stafford displayed remarkable courage in capturing a German patrol leader. Following a heavy bombardment a party of the enemy, consisting of one N.C.O. and ten men, rushed the Lewis gun outpost position of which Stafford was in charge; No. 2 of the gun was immediately stunned by a blow, leaving Stafford to fight three of the enemy single-handed. He displayed great coolness and daring and succeeded in routing two of his opponents, capturing the third who was a German sergeant major, and he obtained identification of the enemy when it was urgently required. Throughout the whole operation he set an excellent example to his comrades.

• Pte. ALBERT STAPLETON, M.M.

  • On the 12th August, 1918, during operations on the Somme near Proyart, this man was advancing with a party on a strong point, when the No. 1 of the Lewis gun team became a casualty. He immediately took charge of the Lewis gun. and, firing from the hip, engaged a hostile machine-gun crew at 20 yards, thus preventing it swinging round on the rest of the party. His quickness and accuracy undoubtedly assisted in capturing the enemy garrison.

• Pte. FRANK BELL STARK, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Lieut. ERNEST McKENZIE STEVENSON, M.C.

  • For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. On the 8th August 1918, during the operations on the Somme Lieut. E. M. Stevenson, who was acting as Battalion Scout Officer, located an enemy machine-gun post and dugout. Immediately opportunity offered he, accompanied by one N.C.O. rushed the machine-gun post and dugout and succeeded in capturing the gun and two officers and 40 other ranks. Lieut. Stevenson's daring action and exemplary courage had a very inspiring effect on all personnel under his command.

• Capt. ARTHUR PERCIVAL ST. JOHN, M.C.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• L/Cpl. WILLIAM JACK STUART, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Pte. ARTHUR EDWARD SUMMERS, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• L./Cpl. EMILE AUGUSTA TARDENT, M.M.
  • On the 12/8/18, during operations on the Somme near Proyart this N.C.O. showed great skill in dealing with hostile machine-guns. He directed the tactics of his own and adjoining sections in clearing up difficult machine-gun posts. On one occasion, in order to complete an outflanking movement of another section, which he himself directed, he rushed the post, accomplished the object, but was severely wounded. His daring action and exemplary courage had a very inspiring effect on all personnel under his command.
• Lieut. JULES LOUIS TARDENT, C. de G. (French).
  • For conspicuous services rendered.
• Pte. ERIC THOMPSON, M.M.

  • On 31st July, 1917, east of Messines, this man showed great courage and coolness in the offensive. He was deputed to carry a message from one post to another and on to Company Headquarters, through intense enemy barrage. The enemy was observed massing for attack opposite the one post where the SOS Rockets had been destroyed by rain. This concentration could not he seen from the second post, and signal communication had been cut. The promptness with which this man got his message through, helped very largely to save the situation.

• Sgt. JOHN ELLIS THOMPSON, M.M.
  • On 29th September, 1918, during operations South of Bony, when approaching the Hindenburg Line. Sergeant Thompson's Platoon Commander became a casualty. Sergeant Thompson immediately took charge of the platoon and reorganised the men who had become scattered owing to the heavy enemy shell fire He then led them on, and took up his position with his company. Later at Malakoff he again showed great ability and leadership in bringing his platoon through heavy machine-gun and artillery fire and dug in near the Hindenburg Line. His courage and coolness under fire set a splendid example to his men.
• Pte. COLIN THOMSEN, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Capt. EWING GEORGE THOMSON, M.C.
  • For bravery and devotion to duty. On the morning of the 24th April, in the vicinity of Heilly-near Albert Captain Ewing George Thomson, R.M.O., tended the wounded in the open from 4 a.m. till 11 a.m. During this period he was subjected to very heavy shelling between the hours of 4 a.m. and 7 a.m., but he remained continuously at the Aid Post and worked with great devotion and courage throughout the day, although suffering from the effects of gas contracted almost at the commencement of the bombardment. His rapidity in evacuating the wounded from the gassed area was no doubt responsible for the preservation of many valuable lives. This officer personally assisted to remove wounded men under extremely heavy shell fire to places of safety, carrying out his duties for considerable periods whilst wearing his gas mask. His bravery and devotion was the admiration of the whole Battalion.
• Sgt. CLAIR ERQHART THOW, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Lieut. THOMAS DESMOND TIERNEY, D.C.M.
  • For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He performed invaluable service in the handling of his Lewis guns, which were some distance apart, at a critical period, and under heavy fire.
• Pte. ARTHUR TOOMEY, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• W.O. Class 2 SAMUEL WILLIAM TOOTH, D.C.M.
  • On the 8th August, 1918, during the operation on the Somme, east of Hamel, Sergeant Major Tooth showed conspicuous courage, coolness, and initiative throughout the whole advance. On one occasion when the right flank was held up by enemy machine-gun fire, he organised a small party of men who were in the immediate vicinity, outflanked the machine-gun positions, and killed or captured the whole crews, then mopped two large dugouts nearby, accounting for two officers and 40 other ranks His conduct -during the whole operation was a splendid example of courage and devotion to duty.
• Lieut. CLARENCE SAMUEL TRUDGIAN, M.C.
  • On 31st August, 1918, during operations North of Peronne, when his company was hung up in an attack on a strong enemy position, T./Captain Trudgian fearlessly exposed himself by walking along the front encouraging his men under heavy machine gun fire at short range and in front of a battery of field guns firing with open sights. He led his men forward and captured the position, taking many machine-guns, the crews of which were killed at their posts. T./Captain Trudgian reorganised his depleted platoons, and when the enemy counter-attacked in force he succeeded in beating them off and retaining an important tactical position. The greater part of the success of 'the operation was due to the manner in which this officer dealt with a critical situation.
• Cpl. CECIL DARCY TWEED, M.M.
  • On 1/9/18, during operations North of Peronne, M/Corporal Tweed's platoon was in support. At one stage of the advance he observed a gap between two of the leading platoons and immediately, on his own initiative moved his section forward to fill it. He successfully mopped up the area accounting for two machine-guns and numerous prisoners, and maintained touch between the two platoons. By his prompt action T./Cpl. Tweed undoubtedly saved us numerous casualties, and his clever handling of his section enabled him to perform the task with no casualties in his section.
• Sgt. DONALD WILLIAM WALKER, D.C.M.
  • For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in organising a party, leading them to an attack on a machine-gun that was giving trouble, capturing the gun, killing three of the enemy, and taking ten prisoners. When his platoon officer became a casualty, he took command of his platoon for two days under most adverse conditions.
• T. /Capt. STANLEY RICHARD WARRY, M.C.
  • On the 12th August 1918, during operations on the Somme, near Proyart, Lieutenant Warry commanded a company with gallantry and initiative, reaching his objective with exceedingly few casualties although the enemy were in strength against him, opposing him with heavy machine-gun fire. During the advance he was subjected to severe artillery fire, and bombed by hostile aircraft. He kept a constant stream of reliable and valuable information sent to his Battalion Headquarters. His excellent command of his company contributed greatly to the success of the operation.
• Pte. WILLIAM GEORGE. WATSON, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Pte. JOHN FENWICK WEATHERED, M.M.

  • On 6/9/18, during operations East of Peronne, Private Weathered's platoon came under heavy enemy fire and several casualties were caused. As some stretcher-bearers were included in these casualties, Private Weathered volunteered to act as stretcher-bearer, and in spite of heavy enemy shell fire, dressed the wounded and helped to carry out regardless of his own safety. Although continually exposed to the enemy fire he carried out his self-imposed task in a cool and courageous manner which won the admiration of all ranks.

• Sgt. JOSEPH WALTER WEBSTER, M.M.
  • On the 8/8/18, during the operations on the Somme, East of Hamel, Sergeant Webster displayed great courage and leadership. During the advance through dense fog and in spite of heavy flank machine-gun fire from the direction of Chipilly, he fought his platoon to its final 4 objective, mopping up many dugouts on his way.
• L./Cpl. NORMAN WILLIAMS, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Pte. JOHN HENRY WILLS, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Pte. FRANK WILSON, D.C.M.

  • For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty. At about 5 pm. on afternoon 30th March, 1918, North of Sailly-le-Sec, near Albert, Private Frank Wilson volunteered to carry a message to Battalion Headquarters, having to pass through several bands of fire of advance enemy machine. guns. He walls wounded severely, in the back and was unable to rise but crawled on over open ground, sniped at by enemy snipers and in spite of his great pain and the great danger, struggled on until he delivered his message. This soldier carried out his duty in a way that has been greatly admired by all his comrades and set such an example of courage and devotion to duty that is worthy of the highest praise.

• W.O. Class 2 STANLEY WILSON, D.C.M.

  • For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He organised working and carrying parties with great skill and coolness under fire. He commanded a platoon when his officer became a casualty, and on many occasions showed splendid courage and determination.

• Pte. CLINTON JAMES NICHOLSON WINKS, M.M.
  • On 6/9/18, during operations East of Peronne, Private Winks acted as C.S. Bearer. When his company was heavily shelled and other stretcher-bearers had become casualties, he attended to the wounded under heavy shell fire, fearlessly exposing himself in the course of hills duties. He then organised a party of stretcher-bearers and succeeded in evacuating all the wounded under extremely adverse circumstances. By his courage and steadfast devotion to duty, Private Winks set a fine example to all ranks.
• Lieut. JOHN FREDERICK WOOD, M.C.
  • For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He volunteered to take out a patrol, and penetrating some distance into enemy territory, examined dugouts and pill boxes. On the following evening he again took a patrol some 300 yards beyond our front, although enemy snipers had already caused several casualties.
• Lieut.-Col. ARTHUR RAFF WOOLCOCK, D.S.O., M.I.D., C. de. G. (French).
  • D.S.O. For distinguished services in the Field.
  • M.I.D. (2): Deserving of special mention.
  • C. de G.: For conspicuous services rendered.
• Pte. WILLIAM WRIGHT, M.M.
  • For bravery in the Field.
• Pte. ROBERT YARWOOD, M.M. (A.A.M.C. Attached).
  • On April 5th, 1918, he was a stretcher-bearer working at a R.A.P. at Buire near Albert, on the Ancre River. He was a source of inspiration to all his fellow stretcher-bearers, was tireless in his work, and was cheerful and courageous under very trying circumstances and volunteered again and again to carry out wounded men to the evacuating point. He made many journeys during the day between Buire and Ribemont, the loading post, under harassing shell fire, and by his example encouraged and sustained the other bearers.
• Capt. ERNEST YELLAND, M.I.D.
  • For conspicuous services rendered.