Military Medal

The Military Medal was awarded to Warrant Officers, Non-Commissioned Officers and Non-Commissioned Members for individual or associated acts of bravery on the recommendation of a Commander-in-Chief in the field.

Gunner George Wakely Abbot-Smith MM
On 17^th/18^th Aug 1917. While Gnr ABBOT-SMITH’s battery was firing in response to an S.O.S. signal and at the same time subjected to a heavy and well-directed gas bombardment, he served his gun until overcome by N.C.T. and gas fumes. After being carried from the gun pit and resuscitated he returned to the gun and carried on until again overcome. It was due largely to the splendid example and efforts of this Gnr that the Battery was enabled to maintain all guns in action in spite of heavy casualties.
Sergeant Johnston Williams Abraham MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Clifford Ace MM
Gunner Ace acted as signaller to a Forward Observation Officer with the Canadian Scottish Regiment throughout the entire period prior to and after the crossing of the Rhine. Always right up with his officer, Gunner Ace was continually under various mortar, small arms and artillery fire. However, throughout this long, exhausting period, he was always cheerful and willing to do any and all tasks required. On the afternoon of 21 April 1945, Gunner Ace was in an observation post in a barn near the village of Wagenborgen, Holland, when the barn was very heavily shelled. As his radio set was the only communication for both the artillery and the infantry he manned his set until long after the barn was well ablaze and his officer missing in the ruins. He then helped tend the wounded even in the face of an enemy counter-attack and was finally one of the last to leave the position. One of the observation officers with Gunner Ace during this long active period was killed and one wounded but he always stuck to his job and kept the all-necessary communications open as long as was humanly possible.
Sergeant Wheeler Adams MM
About 1405 hours, 12 April 1944, Sergeant Adams was Number 1 of a gun of 40 Battery in position 905162 in front of Cassino. The troop was subjected to enemy shell fire, approximately 30 rounds landing in the area, setting fire to a dump of salvaged ammunition and wounding a Non-Commissioned Officer. Sergeant Adams left the cover of his gun pit, rendered first aid, assisted the wounded Non-Commissioned Officer from the position, and returned to his gun. Shortly after, the exploding ammunition set fire to the unboxed ammunition in the neighbouring gun pit. Sergeant Adams left his gun pit, assisted the crew to leave the burning pit, which was rapidly becoming untenable, and ensured that all were vacated before returning to his gun. In view of the danger of the
ammunition in the burning pit exploding, the GPO ordered Sergeant Adams’ gun pit to be evacuated as it was in close proximity. Sergeant Adams ordered his crew to cover and remained to take down the camouflage nets and bivouac covers, store away loose charges and other inflammables and then reported to the Command Post bringing the sights with him. Not only did he, by his action, undoubtedly save the gun from damage by fire but by his conduct, coolness and indifference to personal danger, set an example of the highest order.
Gunner Albert Ahiers MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Signaller Thomas Wallace Aikins MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. In the attack on Aug: 15, 1917, Signaller AIKINS acted as linesman. The lines from the old front line forward were broken time and time again, but in spite of the apparent hopelessness of the task, he worked at repairing them with entire disregard of danger, and dogged determination, under heavy shelling, machine gun and rifle fire. His admirable work assisted in establishing communication from time to time, and provided a means for sending messages of the utmost importance to Artillery control, thereby contributing towards the success of the operation on this part of the front.
Gunner Henry Charles Ainger MM
For bravery and devotion to duty. In the attack on PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE 30th Oct: 1917, Gnr AINGER was one of the two signallers who went forward with Lieut. Oliver, and stayed all night in the open to be ready for the action at dawn. All through the action o the 30th by his perseverance and coolness, under extremely heavy shelling, he enabled visual communication to be maintained, thereby furnishing valuable information to the Artillery and contributing towards the success of the whole operation. On the return journey, he and the others stopped to pick up a wounded man in the midst of a heavy barrage, and carried him to safety.
Gunner William Ballantyne Aitken MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Frederick George Aldridge MM
For bravery and exemplary devotion to duty on 15th and 16th September 1916 near Courcelette while in charge of Brigade Signallers, maintain communications between Brigade Head Qrts and Battn Liaison Officer. He worked unceasingly during the whole period, and it was largely owing to his efforts that communication was maintained. He personally directed the laying and repairing of wires usually under shell fire and showed a splendid example of devotion to duty.
Sergeant George Burpee Alexander MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Donald Jack Allan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Coleman Allen MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Sidney Allen MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Alfred James Allinson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Alexander Davidson Anderson MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on Nov. 5th 1917 during operations at PASSCHENDAELE. This N.C.O. was A/Sgt.Major at the guns and while under heavy shell fire he took charge of building a road into the battery position. Altho the obstacles were apparently insurmountable he by his magnificent example and untiring energy kept all the men working at such a pitch that all six guns were in position for operation on Nov. 6th. In order to do this he had to remove the piece from oe of the carriages which was bogged to the axle cups under a heavy and continuous barrage and haul it into position. The courage, initiative and determination displayed by this N.C.O. was a splendid example to his men.
Gunner Alexander Gordon Anderson
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Alexander Leslie Anderson MM
There were no details on the citation card. Partial transcript from other sources:
“great gallantry, coolness, and disregard for his own safety” as he ensured his guns received the orders they needed to accurately and effectively support the infantry attack on Mont Lambert near Boulogne on 17 September. A report on his commendation stated that during the heavy shelling, gunner Anderson understood the importance of restoring radio communication for a battlefield observation post. He returned to the (troop) carrier and listened to the wireless set which was passing on firing orders. Anderson received these orders and relayed them to the guns on his set to be filled out. This gave supporting fire and enabled the allied advance. Anderson’s presence of mind and bravery while under enemy fire was exemplary and directly contributed to the important success of this attack.
Corporal Arthur Anderson MM
For gallant conduct near Thiepval on 3rd, Sept, 1916. During a heavy bombardment this position was hit five times but he kept his mortar in action until the side of the bomb store was blown in and the gun put out of action, and even though badly shaken Cpl Anderson remained at his position until ordered by his Battery Officer to report to the nearest Dressing Station.
Gunner Arthur Anderson MM
On the night of the 6th November information was received that the F.O.O. needed a phone to replace one destroyed. Although the night was dark, the area heavily shelled and he had never seen the ground previously, he volunteered to make the trip which he succeeded in doing. He found that wire was also needed to keep in touch throughout the night. He again volunteered and guided a carrying party. By his cheerful manner under the most trying circumstances and his keen interest in the success of the communication he greatly encouraged all those associated with him, and enabled forward communication to be kept open during the night when a counter-attack was anticipated.
Gunner David Elliott Anderson MM
This gunner was on duty at the telephone at the Battery position near “KANSAS CROSS” on Nov: 5th 1917, during a severe of the position with 5.9 and 8 inch shell. He remained at his post throughout, and kept in constant communication with his Company Commander, relaying important messages through from the Observation Post. The sandbag wall of his shelter was blown in by a shell. He dug himself out, repaired his wires and continued sending messages.
Gunner Howard Britton Anderson MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations on Passchendale. This man was acting as runner from Group H.Q. to Batteries on October 27th, 1917. He had to pass through extremely heavy shell fire, both H.E. and gas by day and night to battery positions, which were frequently shelled, the round trip taking 4 hours. This took place daily until Passchendale was taken on November 6th. That on no occasions were despatches lost or late was entirely due to his courage and devotion to duty.
Sergeant John Noble Anderson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier James Harman Andrews MM
On the 9th of Nov: when in action near ST. JULIEN their battery was under heavy shell fire during the time allotted for registration. All the personnel had been cleared from the position when this man volunteered to man the gun, and under most trying circumstances passed from gun to gun until registration was completed. His great disregard for personal danger and devotion to duty enabled the battery to be registered in time for our attack on the 10th. Nov:
Gunner Joseph Angell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Gordon Apperley MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty near Courcelette during the operations of October 21st, 1916. This gunner volunteered to lay a telephone line from Kenora Trench to Regina Trench, a distance of 200 yards across open country, under a very heavy bombardment. This he succeeded in doing later. When unable to maintain this line, this gunner voluntarily made numerous trips between these two trenches carrying messages of extreme urgency.
Bombardier James Henry Apperley MM with bar
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was a linesman and although the line was broken every few minutes he continuously patrolled it, and repaired the breaks. This was done despite the very heavy shelling and it was due to the great courage, coolness and determination displayed by this man that communication was maintained throughout the operations.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier William Archer MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty from the 16th October to the 10th November 1917 near ZONNEBEKE. This N.C.O. was employed as a battery fitter. The Battery has had many guns knocked out by shell fire and put out of action on account of excessive firing. It is through the untiring attention paid day and night to these guns by this N.C.O. that the maximum number have been kept serviceable. This N.C.O. has shown a total disregard of danger on many occasions in this position by repairing guns under fire. His services to the battery have been invaluable.
Sergeant James Ardern MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Gerald Sarsfield Arkison MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Leslie Armitage MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant William Frederick Armstrong MM
At about 10 a.m. on the morning of 6-5-17 one of our R.E. aeroplanes (No. 4586) photographic machines, was seen to land behind our gun position in FARBUS, evidently in distress. The enemy immediately started ranging on the plane, as it was in a very exposed position. Regardless of great personal safety Sgt. Armitage hastened to the spot where the plane had fallen, and found the pilot lying on the ground wounded and the observer badly shaken up. He dressed the former’s wounds and got them both clear of the plane and the shelling. Sgt. Armstrong then returned to the plane, which was still under shell fire, and succeeded in detaching the camera, which the observer afterwards stated contained valuable photographs of the enemy front line, and would have been destroyed but for Sgt. Armitage’s prompt action, as the enemy immediately succeeded in getting two direct hits on the plane.
Gunner Thomas (Tom) Armstrong MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty near Courcelette during the operations of October 21st, 1916. Owing to the number of casualties to linesman, this man maintained the line to the F.O.O. from the Battery unassisted. When the Regina Trench was captured, before the Observing Officer went forward to this trench, Gunner Armstrong voluntarily made several trips from Regina Trench across open country under extreme heavy shell fire, bringing valuable information to the Brigade Headquarters.
Gunner Thomas Eugene Armstrong MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the FRESNOY operations on May 8/9th when it was found that the Infantry had lost their telephonic communication Gnr. ARMSTRONG, T.E. and Gnr. THOM, J. despite the exceptionally heavy shell fire ran a line forward from the sniper gun. Although this line was continually being cut by enemy fire, these two men repaired the breaks and at no time was communication lost for more than a few minutes. The great courage, coolness, and efficiency displayed by these men was of the utmost importance to both Artillery and Infantry throughout the operations.
Gunner George Frederick Atherton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Richard Atkin MM
For brave conduct. determination and control after his Officer was wounded and he was left in charge of a party Sgt. Atkin on night of May 20th accompanied by the late Lieut. W.J. Cooper with a detail proceeding to FARBUS Railway Station to salve some German 5.9 Howitzers. Sgt. Atkin had previously prepared the position for removal of these guns. When about half a mile from the position on the night in question Lieut. Cooper was killed by shell fire. Sgt. Atkin immediately took charge of the party, made disposition for the return of Lieut. Cooper’s body to D.A.C lines and proceeded with his detail to get out the guns. One gun was removed a short distance when the collapse of a wheel made further progress impossible. Sgt. Atkin then went back although intermittent shelling was going on all the time, and attempted to remove another gun and only after two sets of harness were broken trying to get it out of the gun pit was the attempt given up. Sgt. Atkin is one of the most efficient N.C.O’s in this Unit and the great courage and coolness displayed by him, set a splendid example to the men of his Sub-section.
Gunner Richard Roy Atkins MM
On the 14th April when on a gun crew in an isolated position, the enemy (during a bombardment) made a direct hit on the position, killing the N.C.O. in charge, and one other man, and fatally wounding a third. Although suffering from the effects of the explosion, he dressed the wounded man, and remained on duty during the bombardment, until finally attracting the attention of some infantry, sent a message for reinforcements to his Section Headquarters remaining alone at duty until these arrived. He has always shown exceptional bravery and devotion to duty.
Sergeant Leroy Scott Atkinson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Brenton Atwell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Warrant Officer Class II Douglas MacArthur Ault MM
On 8 March 1945, the Warrant Officer was in temporary command of “A” Troop, 6 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment due to the absence on duty of his troop commander. On this day our infantry and tanks were moving through the Hochwald in preparation for the assault on Xanten. Close support was to be afforded by medium and heavy artillery who were to occupy positions in front of the forest. This area was under enemy observation and subjected to intermittent but intense shelling. “A” Troop was ordered to provide anti-aircraft protection for the gun area. The condition of the available roads was so bad that only one unit could be moved forward at a time. Therefore, it became necessary for “A” Troop to move in by daylight so that the artillery could be brought up under cover of darkness. Battery Sergeant-Major Ault took his reconnaissance party forward to select suitable gun sites. Enemy shelling became increasingly intense and this Non-Commissioned Officer ordered his party to take shelter under a culvert while he himself crawled forward and carried out the necessary reconnaissance for all troop guns including the best routes in and available cover. Alone and on foot he made his way back to the guns and after briefing each driver in person, he led the troop forward and deployed the guns one by one with such skill and cunning that not a single casualty to men or guns resulted. The road was cleared for the medium and heavy artillery to move into position during the night 8/9 March. When early next morning enemy aircraft attacked the gun area, “A” Troop engaged and under Battery Sergeant-Major Ault’s direction put up an effective anti-aircraft defence which prevented serious casualties being inflicted on gun crews or guns, and enabled continuous artillery support to be provided during the crucial period of the successful attack. Throughout the crossing of the Rhine and the subsequent fighting through Germany, he conducted himself in a manner beyond that which could normally be expected of a Non-Commissioned Officer, and in so doing was an example of courage and efficiency to his men.
Gunner Lionel Charles Axton MM
At Hamburg O.P. during the operations on 26th inst, before Passchendale. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in mending the wire from Boetoek exchange to O.P. Five times he proceeded under heavy shell fire to mend the wire which was the only means of communication between the Group and the F.O.O. On the last occasion he was severely wounded in hand and arm.
Sergeant Edmond Percy Babbitt MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Murray Babin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Walter Victor Bagg MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on October 31st 1917 during operations on PASSCHENDAELE. After his section had suffered heavy casualties he reorganized the gun crews got the remaining gun into action and kept it in action under heavy continuous shelling, firing on S.O.S. calls and set tasks for one hour and twenty minutes during which time there was no communication with the Bde. Later he helped to carry his section commander to a dressing station through a very heavy barrage. The courage coolness determination and initiative displayed by this N.C.O. set a splendid example to the rest of the men.
Sergeant James Basil Bailey MM
Sergeant Bailey has been with 1 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment since 4 September 1939. Throughout Sicily and Italy his work has been outstanding. His gun was the first into Ortona and was instrumental in demolishing several enemy strong points. In the Liri Valley in support of 2 Canadian Infantry Brigade and during the Gothic Line his coolness and courage under the most trying and difficult conditions were a constant inspiration to his men and to the units he was supporting. On the morning of 5 December 1944, when “B” Company of the Royal Canadian Regiment crossed the Lamone River, Sergeant Bailey was in command of two two-pounder guns in support. He was making his way with one detachment to company headquarters when they were suddenly fired on a close range by Germans who had meanwhile counter-attacked and captured the headquarters. Sergeant Bailey immediately disposed his detachment to a ditch, from where they returned the fire, killing four of the enemy. He then led his men to a good position by a haystack in the yard adjoining the building where he met an officer who told him that there were now 30 or more Germans in and around the house. Shortly after, the Germans started to fire on the house and Sergeant Bailey started to rush them, intending to recapture the house, when he was met by a hail of fire from the other side of the yard. The enemy then called on the detachment to surrender, saying they could not escape as they were covered by a machine gun post from behind. Using the haystack as cover, Sergeant Bailey managed to get within a few yards of the presumed machine gun nest and then rushed it, only to find it unoccupied. From here he gave covering fire while the detachment withdrew to their gun position. He himself followed only when the last man was clear. He deployed both detachments around the two gun further back and held this position, guarding the approach to the bridgehead. By his outstanding leadership and coolness Sergeant Bailey brought his entire detachment safely through a very dangerous ambush, and accounted for four of the enemy. In this, as in every action throughout this period, his courage and devotion to duty were an inspiration to all ranks.
Gunner Donald Arthur Baillie MM
On 9th April, 1917, near ECURIE, Gnr. BAILLIE D. with two other men were conspicuous for their gallantry under shell fire while constructing an Artillery route from our front line forward, By their energy and cheerfulness they did much to inspire their comrades and expedite the completion of the work.
Driver Ernest Baird MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Campbell Baird MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Robert Edmund Baldwin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Baldwin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Cyril Douglas Ball MM
For most conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on 21st August 1917. He with Bde ROUTH continued to repair breaks in lines under the most trying conditions. Throughout the remainder of their 24 hours tour of duty Gnr BALL on every occasion volunteered for the most trying and dangerous work, in order to afford Bdr ROUTH a short rest. It was largely due to the splendid example set by this N.C.O. and the very gallant and conscientious work done by Gnr Ball that communication was successfully maintained.
Corporal Gordon R Ball MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Sydney David Ballard MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Henry Bamford MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Louis Sherman Bardy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Arthur William Barnes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Bertram Barnes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John Alexander Barnhill MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Frederick Bartlett MM
On the night 8/9 September during the establishment of the divisional bridgehead across the Canal de Gent at Moerbrugge this Non-Commissioned Officer was in charge Line Party which established and maintained line communications from the guns south of Oostkamp to the Forward Observation Officer across the canal at Moerbrugge. From Oostkamp to the Forward Observation Officer the line was under intermittent fire with the consequent damage necessitating frequent trips to repair it during the night. Shortly after first light 9 September the line was again put out of action. The enemy were mounting a counter-attack and vital information reference enemy and our own troops was available but could not be sent back. In order to get it back, Bombardier Bartlett swam the canal in full view of the enemy under heavy semi-automatic fire. As a result of this information, which otherwise would not have reached the battalion concerned, effective counter-measures were taken and the bridgehead was consolidated. Having delivered the message, Bombardier Bartlett at once set out to re-establish line communications under fire. The initiative and determination shown by this Non-Commissioned Officer under fire contributed materially to the successful establishment of the bridgehead.
Corporal Frank Oliver Batstone MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Dominic Batterton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Frederick Thomas Bean MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Jean Beaulieu MM
Throughout the operations of First Canadian Army in Northwest Europe, Gunner Beaulieu was an Observation Post Signaller and always performed his duties in an outstanding manner. In August 1944, near Trun, he was Signaller in a tank with a Forward Observation Officer supporting an armoured division. Although under heavy fire of all nature, as the squadron they were supporting was surrounded by the enemy for 48 hours, he succeeded in keeping wireless communications with the regiment, which was the main factor in the unit being able to provide supporting artillery fire for the stranded force. His courage and perseverance on that occasion largely contributed to the final success of the operation on that sector. Gunner Beaulieu has worked in Forward Observing parties throughout the Northwest Europe operations and his devotion, loyalty, courage and coolness in period of danger have always been noticed and reported by all officers under whom he served.
Driver Charles Lester Beck MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Frank Beckett MM
On the night 17th-18th Aug 1917, when three S.O.S. signals were sent in Gnr. BECKETT remained on duty from 5.p.m. to 6.a.m. patrolling the wire and keeping it open under heavy shell fire. He was wounded early in the evening but continued his work regardless of his wounds. This work enabled his Brigade to keep in touch with the developments at a very critical time in a great example of bravery and devotion to duty.
Gunner Robert Henry Beckett MM
VIMY RIDGE. Maintaining and repairing our F.O.O.’s lines from a cap off Montreal Crater under heavy shell fire on April 5th 1917, and for consistent gallantry on many similar occasions during the ten months that this battery has been in action.
Sergeant John Albert Beddow MM with bar
During the attack and capture of FRESNOY May 3rd, 1917, this N.C.O. was in charge of the Liaison Officers communications between Hqrs., 2nd Canadian Infantry Battn. And Hqrs. 3rd Brigade C.F.A. He displayed the greatest gallantry and skill, going out many times through an intense enemy barrage to repair breaks in a laddered line. As a result at no time during the above operations was communication lost.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant George Albert Beele MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Frederick Clifford Bell MM
For gallantry and exemplary devotion to duty on 5th and 6th Nov : near PASSCHENDAELE. This man patrolled and mended wires under intense shell fire and over almost impassable ground enabling communications to be maintained between Bgde O.P. and Group Hqrs throughout the attack on the 6th Nov:
Gunner George P Bell MM
As lineman during the recent operations he did consistent good work before and during the attack on VIMY RIGE, assisting in getting wires to Hill 145 and in maintaining them under shell fire. Also in the same capacity on the Somme, he showed great gallantry and devotion to duty.
Bombardier James Galbraith Bell MM
Near Courcelette, during the bombardment of Oct: 5-6th 1916, this N.C.O. displayed the greatest coolness in establishing communication between Hessian Trench and Zollern Trench under extremely heavy shell fire and machine-gun fire, and rendered valuable assistance to his Brigade.
Gunner Joseph Jeremiah Bell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John Reginald Belyea MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Weldon Belyea MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Howard Bennett MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Thompson Bennett MM
For great bravery and devotion to duty. On three different occasions, while working at the 2nd Canadian Forward Ammunition Dump at LES TILLEULS, A.5.d.2.6. Sheet 51.B. Gnr. J.T.Bennett and Gnr.H.W.Miller went out under heavy shell fire and put out a burning pile of ammunition, therey saving hundreds of rounds to the Army. The last occasion was on May 28th. These gunners were not ordered to do this work but did it without hesitation from a sense of duty. Three different Officers have mentioned them for reward. Their example has been an inspiring one to all in the very trying duty of handling an ammunition dump in an area which is subject to shell fire.
Corporal Robert Carmen Bennett MM
With their Battery F.O.O’s a/Cpl Bennett and Cpl Martin laid a telephone line from LICHFIEL CRATER through VOLKER TUNNELL to THELOS MILL during operations against Vimy Ridge, April 9th, 1917. Getting ahead of the “mopping-up” battalion they were held up by a barricade and a machine gun in the tunnel. They overcame this opposition and after handing over 12 prisoners to the Infantry they established a F.O.O. station in GOULOT WOOD in time for the next attack. When their lines were out they continued to end back timely information by runner, showing initiative, perseverance and great gallantry.
Bombardier Roy Allison Bennett MM
During the afternoon of 23 July 1943, 2 Canadian Infantry Brigade with under command 90 Canadian Anti-Tank Battery was attacking Leonforte. A force consisting of one troop tanks, one company infantry and two troops anti-tank guns were sent into the town to clear out some enemy who were holding up the attack from prepared positions in and around the houses. The company of infantry were held up by heavy enemy machine gun fire and mortar fire from a concealed position. Lance/Bombardier Bennett, observing his Troop Non-Commissioned Officer, Sergeant Towe, engaging an enemy post, on his own initiative and in the face of this heavy enemy fire, took his gun forward and positioned it to bring fire to bear on another enemy post. Under the direction of Lance-Bombardier Bennett, this enemy post was wiped out, enabling the infantry to continue the attack.
Sergeant William Benson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Albert Berrett MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the night of July 24th/25th 1917. This man was part of a detail delivering ammunition when the enemy opened heavy fire on him. Dvr. BERRETTS mule was killed under him. This man assisted in clearing the dead animals out of the way also in unloading the seven remaining wagons, his cooling and courage under fire was a splendid example to the rest of the men on the detail.
Gunner Richard Gordon Berridge MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on December 20th 1916, near Ecurie. He maintained telephone communication to this point in spite of a heavy retaliatory fire. This man made four trips over the wire in one of which alone he repaired seven breaks, and his gallant conduct was entirely responsible for keeping communication open, thus enabling the observing officer t send in valuable reports of the raid. During the wire cutting operations prior to the attack Gnr. Berridge assisted Cpl Boucher to establish communication, and it was due to his diligence and gallant conduct in assisting in repairing the wire under very trying circumstances that communication was maintained and the SUCCESSFUL carrying out of the wire cutting task accomplished.
Gunner Erin Danby Berry MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on Sept 26th, 1916, whilst acting as telephonist at a forward O.P. in Hesxian Trench and the lines being cut, he carried back valuable information across open country under a very heavy barrage. On the same date, whilst returning to Hessian trench he carried a can of water, going from shell-hole to shell-hole to a large number of wounded men whom the stretcher bearers had not yet found. This was done under extremely heavy gun and machine gun fire.
Gunner Frank Berry MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Ralph Oliver Berry MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Sergeant JJ Lucien Berthiaume MM
On the morning of the 16th September 1944, just prior to first light, Lance-Sergeant Lucien Berthiaume’s gun was deployed in a forward position with the Royal 22e Regiment at Map Reference 863943. On the 17th September 1944 the company occupying the area in which the gun was deployed was withdrawn for tactical reasons and a company from another battalion was to have taken over. The latter move was not accomplished. As a result the gun and crew were left in an unoccupied area well forward of our Forward Defended Localities.During the day infantry attempting to take a ridge at Map Reference 862935 forward of the gun were forced to retire through the gun area. Twice Lance-Sergeant Berthiaume was advised by infantry officers to withdraw behind the Forward Defended Localities and if unable to move the gun to leave it and bring his crew back. Lance-Sergeant Berthiaume did not feel he could accept this advice. In holding his position he knew full well that he and his crew, who had volunteered to remain, would be well forward of any friendly positions and would thus, for their own safety, have to depend entirely upon their own resources in an area constantly under heavy shell fire and in which enemy snipers were extremely active. However, he realized the importance of his role and the fact that his gun crew in its present position provided the sole antitank defence for the forward company of the Royal 22e Regiment. He was covering approaches from an area known to contain enemy tanks. He and his men held their position in spite of heavy shell fire all throughout the day. By his determined stand Lance-Sergeant Berthiaume secured a flank of the infantry battalion he had been ordered to support. His courageous action and devotion to duty set a splendid example to both gunners and infantrymen.
Battery Sergeant Major Hubert Arthur Bessent MM with bar
For gallant and meritorious service. Under heavy fire on the morning of April 9^th, this N.C.O. laid a telephone line to an advanced O.P. on the VIMY RIDGE. The route taken was exposed to heavy howitzer and field gun fire, and the line was repeatedly cut. With great perseverance and devotion to duty Corporal Bessant patrolled the line repairing all breaks and in spite of heavy fire maintained communication throughout the day and following night. This N.C.O. has been a faithful and untiring linesman. He did specially good work at the SOMME, and has received no previous award.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Harry Beveridge MM
For gallantry and courage he displayed on the 14th November 1917. A shell landed on a large pile of ammunition, causing a terrific explosion which killed and wounded a large number of Gunners, Drivers and horses, and set fire to two motor lorries, and a large dump of ammunition (in boxes) on the road. On hearing cries of wounded men coming from the flames of the burning lorries this man at once ran to the rescue, while nearly everyone else in the vicinity was running away from the still burning shells. He entered the flaming area again and again and succeeded in finding and dragging out six R.F.A. Gunners all severely wounded, and with their clothing already on fire. He rolled the wounded men in the mud to extinguish the flames and carried them out of the danger zone. He then returned to the still furiously burning lorries and searched for more live men among the dead. He did not leave until ordered to do so. A few seconds after they got clear, another pile went off with a heavy explosion, which would have undoubtedly killed both rescued and rescuer had he been a few minutes later.
Gunner Thomas Ernest Beveridge MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant William Charles Bishop MM
At St Eloi April 4th to May 1st, 1916. Conspicuous devotion to duty and gallantry in maintaining communications of Battery with front line trenches and forward observing stations continuously during the St Eloi operations; his coolness under very heavy shell fire being of great assistance to the Battery in maintaining their lines.
Bombardier Alexander Black MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Arthur Blackburn MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant James Balfour Blacklaws MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3rd, when this Battery was under the concentrated fire of 5.9’s and 4.1’s a direct hit was obtained on the gun position Sgt. Blacklaws despite the extremely heavy shell fire organized a party to remove the wounded, gathered together what was left of his gun crew and succeeded in again getting the gun into action. This N.C.O. by his great display of courage and coolness set a splendid example to the men of his detachment.
Farrier Sergeant Albert Blackley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Arthur James Blackwell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner George Edward Blackwell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Silas Alexander Blair MM
On November 4th 1917, while in action the enemy heavily shelled the battery position getting a direct hit on a gunpit, killing one man and wounding the remainder of the gun crew, including the sergeant in charge and at the same time setting fire to the charges. Sergeant Lowe and A/Bombardier Blair though some distance away left their gunpit and regardless of all personal danger succeeded in rescuing from the flames the wounded men, some of whom were unconscious and in getting them to a place of safety. They had returned to the gunpit and with admirable courage and coolness under heavy shelling put out the fire. By their presence of mind and prompt action the wounded men’s lives were saved and an explosion prevented which would have destroyed the howitzer and several hundred rounds of ammunition.
Sergeant Herbert George Blazier MM
At Pozieres. For gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 15th, inst whilst directing the digging of a gun pit for forward gun. The enemy opened up an intense shrapnel barrage, Sgt. Blazier endeavoured to get his men under cover two of whom were wounded. Sgt Blazier, after seeing his men to safety, returned under a heavy fire, accompanied by A/Bomb Mann and brought in one of the wounded men, the others having been killed Sgt Blazier was seriously wounded just before reaching cover.
Corporal George Boaden MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Albert Heury Boddington MM
Near Courcelette on November 18th, 1916. Sergt Boddington displayed great gallantry and devotion to duty at the taking of Desire Sipp support trench. When a telephone line which had been laid forward from the Battery O.P. after the advancing infantry was cut beyond repair this N.C.O. on his own initiative, worked his way forward twice under a heavy fire to a point whence he brought back timely and important information.
Bombardier (Acting Sergeant) Frederick James Bolton MM
This Non-Commissioned Officer was Sergeant of the Signals Section attached to 19 Canadian Army Field Regiment from D Day until VE Day. Throughout the entire campaign in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany the sterling calibre of work performed by this Non-Commissioned Officer has constantly merited commendation. Due to the nature of the equipment of the unit many problems and situations arose which required the utmost in ingenuity, coolness and fortitude in order to ensure the maintenance of communications. His personal example was an inspiration to his men and he was always able to imbue them with a fire and determination to complete their tasks whatever the dangers from enemy shells, mortars or small arms fire. It is considered were it not for his leadership qualities, technical knowledge and outstanding ability to get things done, despite difficulties, many lives would have been lost as a result of lack of all-important communications.
Gunner James Hadley Bonar MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations on Passchendaele. This man was acting as runner from Group H.Q. to Batteries on October 27th, 1917. He had to pass through extremely heavy shell fire, both H.E. and gas by day and night to battery positions, which were frequently shelled, the round trip taking 4 hours. This took place daily until Passchendaele was taken on November 6th. That on no occasion were despatches lost or late was entirely due to his courage and devotion to duty.
Gunner Allan Edwin Bond MM
On 17th/18th Aug 1917. While Gnr BOND’s battery was firing in response to an S.O.S. signal and was at the same time subjected to a heavy and well directed gas bombardment, he served his gun until overcome by N.C.T. and gas fumes. After being carried from the gun pit and resuscitated he returned to the gun and carried on until again overcome. It was due largely to the splendid example and efforts of this Gnr that the Battery was enabled to maintain all guns in action in spite of heavy casualties.
Bombardier Cecil George Hulbert Botting MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Ernest Bouchard MM
At Otterloo, during the night 16/17 April 1945, the enemy attacked and overran 76 Battery Command Post, setting the building on fire and knocking out the wireless sets and cutting off line communication with Regimental Headquarters. Gunner Bouchard, a driver/mechanic, realizing the serious situation and that word of a full scale attack must reach the infantry as soon as possible, jumped into his unarmoured 15-hundred­weight vehicle and headed back for the infantry battalion headquarters, a distance of 1,200 yards.
By this time the enemy were dug in on both sides of a 400 yard stretch of the road. Displaying absolute contempt for the enemy machine gun and rifle fire, inspired only by the thought that he must get through, he continued down the road. Sheets of flame swept both sides of the vehicle as he proceeded on his self-appointed task and soon it was burning fiercely. Disregarding the imminent danger of explosion he continued with his vehicle and on arrival at battalion headquarters presented the first clear picture of the serious situation.
This man, by his own personal initiative, complete devotion to duty and contempt for danger, set an outstanding example to his comrades and transmitted clear and concise information essential to the successful defence of Otterloo.
Gunner Rolland Bouchard MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Gordon William Boucher MM with bar
For great gallantry and devotion to duty near Courcelette on October 21^st, during the attack on Regina Trench, Cpl Boucher voluntarily went out under heavy shell fire and repaired telephone wires throughout the whole action. The excellent work done by this N.C.O. and the example which he set to the other linesman were in a very large measure responsible for keeping telephone lines in repair.
Bar to Military Medal – For bravery and devotion to duty. In the attack on PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE on 30^th Oct: 1917. Sgt Boucher was one of the two Signallers who went forward with Lieut. Oliver an stayed all night in the open to be ready for the action at dawn. All through the action on the 30^th, by his perseverance and coolness, under extremely heavy shelling, he enabled visual communication to be maintained, thereby furnishing valuable information to the Arty and contributing towards the success of the whole operation. On the return journey, he and the others stopped to pick up a wounded man in the midst of a heavy barrage, and carried him to a place of safety.
Signaller Thomas Miller Boucher MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal George Wesley Bourke MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Edgar Guy Bourque MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Frederick H Bousquet MM
On the morning of Oct/28th 1917. Dvr. BOUSQUET was one of a Pack Detail taking ammunition to the guns East of Ypres., The convoy was held up by hostile shell fire and during the halt were heavily bombed by hostile aircraft. Dvr. BOUSQUET took charge of the detail and displayed such gallantry and coolness that the detail escaped with a loss of 3 mules. In the midst of the bombing Dvr. Bousquet cut from two mules packs loaded with ammunition in which the ammunition had been set on fire by splinters.
Bombardier Edward Boutilier MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Edward M Bowes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Alfred George Bowler MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty under very heavy shell fire at FARBUS during the operations on May 3rd 1917, On the 3rd May while his Battery was in action, it was subjected to very heavy shell fire and at one time the ammunition in three gun pits was on fire. This N.C.O. made strenuous efforts to put out the fire in two of the pits thereby keeping guns in action. By his coolness he set a very fine example to the men, and it is largely due to his efforts that the Battery was kept in action. His example kept up the spirits of his men under the most trying circumstances.
Gunner Charles Herriman Boyd MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal John Gibson Boyd MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Sydney James Boyte MM
For conspicuous gallantry during the Operations against the enemy’s trench SOUTH EAST of SOUCHEZ from April 9th, to 13th 1917. This man was a member of a bombing squad and took command after his N.C.O. had become a casualty. He led his squad, under terrific fire, and at a critical point, when subjected to cross machine gun fire, he dashed ahead, crying out to his men to come along, and by his courageous example rallied those in his vicinity and reached his objective, where he was badly wounded. This man was previously recommended for immediate reward for splendid work in an operation the enemy S.E. of Souchez, in which this Battalion took part on March 1st last.
All the Officers, and all but 14 other ranks of this man’s company were casualties. It is considered that he is fully deserving of an immediate award.
Bombardier Kenneth Oxenden Bracken MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on 22nd, October at the Battery position when it was imperitive that the Battery be registered before dark, from the front line of trenches, he showed great coolness and bravery as a linesman in working along the line in the open and under heavy shell fire and machine gun fire, and kept the line in good order. He has previously done good work in operations.
Bombardier Frank Braybrook MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Douglas Breeze MM
Gunner Breeze has been in 1 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment since 4 September 1939. In the breakthrough at the Gothic Line and in subsequent battles up to the Senio River, he has always displayed the highest qualities of courage and determination. By his firm resolution and skill as a Gunner he has helped break up many an enemy tank threat. On one occasion, during the crossing of the Canale Naviglio on 13 December 1944 Gunner Breeze was called on to assist a company of the Carleton and York Regiment which was being heavily counter-attacked by enemy tanks. Gunner Breeze immediately had his 6-pounder gun manhandled to a jeep and proceeded, with the officer who called him, towards the enemy. Almost at once they came under very heavy shell fire. Ordering his crew to take cover, this soldier went himself to choose a place from which to engage the enemy. Sighting two tanks, he returned and ordered the gun forward. Scarcely had they started when heavy small arms fire came down on them. Still undaunted, Gunner Breeze cooly urged his men on until the selected position was reached. Under continuous fire he saw the gun properly laid and gave the fire order. So rapid and accurate was his fire that one tank was immediately hit and burst into flames, while the other backed out of sight behind a building and made off. Gunner Breeze then held his detachment there, although the position had been clearly indicated to the enemy, until satisfied that the tank threat was over. This soldier displayed the highest qualities of courage and leadership. Due almost entirely to his bravery and persistence in the face of heavy fire, an enemy tank was destroyed and a counter-attack broken up. His action on this occasion and throughout this period are worthy of the highest praise.
Bombardier Joseph Percy Breiter MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Wesley H Bremner MM
For gallantry and specially meritorious service. At VIMY, on April 9th., 1917 this man colunteered to return through the enemy barrage for more telephone wire. He brought up the wire completed the line to an advanced O.P. and under heavy shell fire patrolled and maintained it all day when relieved at night he volunteered to bring up rations and water for the F.O.O’s party and did so under enemy fire.
Bombardier Henry Courtney Brewer MM
On the evening of 13 July 1944, “A” Troop gun position 6 Canadian Field Regiment was being heavily shelled. During the worst of the bombardment, the gun on which Bombardier Brewer was serving received a direct hit, putting it completely out of action and seriously wounded members of the gun emplacement. Showing absolute disregard for the continuing heavy shelling, Bombardier Brewer administered firs aid to all casualties on the gun, brought blankets from another gun pit that was a flaming mass of burning ammunition, and the, with absolutely no thought of his own safety, carried the wounded men to a sheltered position to await evacuation. Although this was Bombardier Brewer’s first day in action, his courageous actions and example throughout the period of the shelling were an inspiration to the other detachments and to the troop as a whole. On the morning of 22 August 1944, while under heavy shell and mortar fire near Orbec, “A” Troop was firing in support of our advancing infantry and Bombardier Brewer was Number One on “D” Sub-Section gun. The shelling grew worse and several shells landed within ten yards of him. Finally, a shell that landed in one of the slit trenches around the gun painfully wounded Bombardier Brewer in the head and arm. Despite his wounds, he continued to direct fire of his gun and would not allow himself to be evacuated until the firing was completed. His cheerful determination and courage throughout the engagement was again an example to his crew and to the whole troop. On 6 March 1945, Bombardier Brewer’s gun was completing the final rounds of a long and sustained barrage when a premature burst occurred, seriously wounding three of the detachment. He himself suffered from concussion, but immediately applied first aid to the rest of the gun crew and probably was responsible for saving the life of [the] most seriously wounded, who was bleeding badly. Again his actions excited the admiration of the whole troop. Throughout the whole campaign from Normandy to Germany, Bombardier Brewer carried out his duties in a most admirable manner. His efficiency, courage and cheerful demeanour under the most trying circumstances constantly made him an outstanding example to his whole troop.
Gunner Thomas Stanley Bridel MM
For bravery and devotion to duty. In a raid on March 15th 1918, Gunner Bridel went over the top as signaller to the F.O.O. with the raid. By his coolness and efficiency under heavy fire he rendered valuable assistance to the F.O.O. in setting up the Lucas lamp when their position inside the enemy’s lines had been reached. Though the lamp was knocked over several times by explosions, Gnr. Bridel’s work enabled it to be set up and aligned so that it was in commission until the party withdrew. He seemed to think always of the safety of his equipment before his own. His determination and courage throughout the hazardous operation were a fine example to all ranks.
Sergeant William Humphrey Briggs MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal George Bristow MM with bar
For gallant conduct on 22^nd, November near Courcelette. He supervised the running of a telephone cable to the newly captured front line. After completing the task he brought in one of his party who had been wounded. This N.C.O. has constantly carried out his duties and brought them to a successful conclusion in spite of difficulties and shell fire, and his example throughout has been most inspiring to those working under him.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Harry Lawton Broadbent MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Leonard Arthur Bromley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Frederick John Brook MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Ernest Brookes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Harvey Brooks MM
Gunner Brooks has served as a gun number with 4 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment in France since D Day. During the past three months he has continually acted as second in command of his gun detachment and as such displayed outstanding courage. During the attack to cross the Rhine River on the night of 23 March 1945, 4 Light Anti-Tank Regiment deployed in a very forward position in order to support the crossing by a “Pepper Pot”. Gunner Brooks was in charge of his own gun detachment and his particular position was under direct observation by the enemy. As a result, during the ensuing two hour engagement his position was continually mortared and shelled. His own position on the gun was completely unprotected by either shield or gun pit. It finally became necessary to change the barrel of the gun which was done under heavy enemy fire and then the order to “Take Post” was given. Despite the fact that enemy mortar bombs were bursting within 20 feet of the gun, and the order given necessitated Gunner Brooks resuming his exposed position, he unhesitatingly did so, calling to the rest of the crew, “Come on”. The gun immediately was fully manned and came into action again. The above action is typical of the outstanding performance of this Gunner over the last three months of steady action.
Gunner Alexander Brown MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty near LIEVIN, on July 22nd 1917. During heavy enemy shelling on the Battery position one of the cellars in which were PTE BROWN and two men with two others, was struck by a delayed action shell. PTE.BROWN and the two men managed to extricate themselves from the debris and despite the fact that the enemy was still shelling heavily the building, they worked until they had rescued the two other men, still buried. The splendid courage and coolness displayed by this man undoubtedly saved the life of one of the two buried, the other being dead when released.
Gunner Carl Wetmore Brown MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Farrier Sergeant Duncan Brown MM
June 22nd, 1916. For continuous good service and devotion to duty in the field from Feb: 1915 to date, particularly for conspicuous gallantry on the night of April 22nd/23rd , 1915 at St Julian, and for good service at Festubert, May 1915, June 1915, Bois Grenier, September 1915.
Battery Quarter Master Sergeant Fred James Brown MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal George Basil Brown MM
For great gallantry and specially meritorious service. On April 9th., 1917 at Vimy this N.C.O. followed the Infantry advance, and laid wire to a point on the forward slope, 100 yards beyond the line the Infantry were consolidating. Throughout the entire day he patrolled and kept up the line under continuos shell, machine gun, and rifle fire, with great devotion to duty, and utter disregard of danger. His work was done in such a quick and thorough manner, that the lines was never out of service for more than a few moments, and was at times the only line to that part of the front. This N.C.O. has shown himself at all times absolutely fearless, and whole heartedly devoted to his work. He has constantly done work of the very highest standard.
Signaller Harold Cordyn Brown MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Kenneth Charles Brown MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Lawrence Lloyd Brown MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Staff Sergeant Leslie Talmadge Brown MM
Staff-Sergeant Brown as Regimental Artificer of 7 Canadian Medium Regiment has always done outstanding work in keeping the guns of the regiment in action. During the period 1 February 1945 to 30 April 1945 the guns were subjected to observed enemy fun fire on several occasions but through the efforts of Staff-Sergeant Brown the guns were repaired and kept in action. On one occasion the regiment was supporting 4 Canadian Armoured Division in the attack on Veen. The gun area was under heavy, observed enemy artillery fire by day and constant enemy bombing and strafing by night. This Non-Commissioned Officer showed great coolness, perseverance and fortitude in repairing and maintaining guns that had been knocked out. To a great extent it was by his effort that the guns were kept in action, thus materially assisting in the successful outcome of the operation. Again during the preparation for the Rhine crossing when the regiment was in action near Wissel, a gun was damaged by observed fire from a 105-mm. Staff-Sergeant Brown cooly carried on and repaired the gun in spite of the continuing and accurate enemy shelling. Throughout the whole period from Normandy this Non-Commissioned Officer has shown uniting devotion to duty and coolness under fire and by his technical ability and perseverance he has kept guns in action which otherwise would have been evacuated and lost to the regiment.
Sergeant Ralph Wilson Brown MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Robert Aaron Charles Brown MM
Lance-Bombardier Brown has been with 8 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment since July 1941, and he has been a Medical Orderly in this regiment for two years. Ever since the unit went into action his work has been invaluable to the troop with which he has been serving. During the fighting south of Caen in August 1944 he evacuated wounded officers and other ranks on several occasions under heavy fire. Again, during the campaign through Belgium and Holland, he was always ready and willing to undertake work beyond the call of duty, and it was due to his coolness and initiative that many wounded were speedily and efficiently evacuated to hospital. On 20 April 1945, when the unit was in an infantry role north of the Kusten Canal, he again showed himself to be exceptionally courageous under trying conditions and evacuated two casualties in a jeep ambulance under very heavy mortar fire. He took his place in fighting patrols, which his troop sent forward into the enemy lines, and, as always, his courage and drive were an example and inspiration to all.
Bombardier William Brown MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3/4th. This N.C.O. was in charge of the telephone lines of the 4th Brigade. and despite the exceptionally heavy shell fire he continued to repair the breaks, being on duty practically continuously for 48 hours. The courage and efficiency displayed by this N.C.O under a terrific bombardment was of the utmost importance to the Brigade, and at no time were the Batteries out of touch for more than a few minutes at a time.
Gunner William Alexander Brown MM with bar
For gallantry and courage he displayed on the 14^th November 1917. A shell landed on a large pile of ammunition, causing a terrific explosion which killed and injured a large number of Gunners, Drivers and horses, and set fire to two motor lorries, and a large dump of ammunition (in boxes) on the road. On hearing cries of wounded men coming from the flames of the burning lorries this man at once ran to the rescue, while nearly everyone else in the vicinity, was running away from the still burning shells. He entered the flaming area again and again and succeeded in finding and dragging out six R.F.A. Gunners all severely wounded, and with their clothing already on fire. He rolled the wounded men in the mud to extinguish the flames an carried them out of the danger zone. He then returned to the still furiously burning lorries and searched for more live men among the dead. He did not leave until ordered to do so. A few seconds after they got clear, another pile went off with a heavy explosion, which would have undoubtedly killed both rescued and rescuer had he been a few minutes later.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Henry Humes Browning MM
On 13 September 1944 the 7th Battery, 2 Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery was occupying a position just south of San Maria di Scacciano. Sergeant Henry Humes Browning was in charge of No.2 Gun in “B” Troop. Several thousand rounds of high explosive shells and cartridges had previously been dumped on the position to take care of the heavy fire plan to be engaged in support of our infantry attack on the strong enemy positions guarding the entrance to the Lombardy Plains. At about 2200 hours the position came under heavy enemy shelling. A large calibre enemy shell hit an ammunition dump near the gun pit of Sergeant Browning and ignited the cordite-filled cartridges. The situation was highly precarious but Sergeant Browning alone and with complete disregard for the danger from burning explosives and from enemy shells, isolated the blazes. By his bravery and devotion to duty, Sergeant Browning prevented the detonation of the piled ammunition, thus averting heavy casualties to the gun crews and equipment.
Warrant Officer Class 2 Harold John Brummitt MM
From 24 February to 10 March 1945, 56 (Self-Propelled) Battery of 6 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment was under command of 3 Canadian Infantry Division. During this time the battery participated in the severe fighting around Kelpeln, Udem and Sonsbeck. As Troop Sergeant, “E” Troop, Sergeant Brummitt was responsible for ensuring that rations, petrol and ammunition reached the gun crews each night. This he successfully did throughout the fortnight under extreme conditions of darkness, mud, water and shell fire. On the night 25-26 February 1945 “E” Troop was in action with “A” Company of the Queen’s Own Rifles near Kepein. Undeterred by intense enemy shell and mortar fire, this Non-Commissioned Officer brought essential supplies forward in the darkness through a sea of mud. Under exceptionally hazardous and difficult conditions he showed outstanding courage and determination by personally locating each gun detachment in the forward area. On returning to the battery “B” Echelon Group, Sergeant Brummitt was detailed to proceed forward to “F” Troop to temporarily replace “F” Troop Commander who had been wounded. He took over fire control while the troop was in action and, with one gun, destroyed a bazooka and killed a number of Germans while inflicting serious damage on an enemy strong point with the remaining guns of the troop. Later in the day when an officer replacement for “F” Troop arrived, Sergeant Brummitt on his own initiative took over fire control of “D” Troop whose Troop Commander had also become a casualty. Throughout this entire period of continuous and heavy fighting this Non-Commissioned Officer displayed untiring devotion to duty. His willing acceptance and capable execution of tasks not normally his responsibility was an inspiring example to the men he commanded.
Sergeant John Brunette MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty. On the night of the 25th October 1917. Sgt. BRUNETTES’s division was bombed by several Gotha aeroplanes. About forty bombs were dropped exploding some Ammunition and setting boxes and camouflage on fire. Sgt BRUNETTE, who was in charge of working party, acted with coolness and gallantry in extinguishing the fire and throwing the burning ammunition into the mud, at great personal risk, while the bombing still continued. Owing to his coolness and bravery a number of lives and a large quantity of ammunition were undoubtedly saved.
Gunner Bertram Bryan MM
On the afternoon of Nov:5th 1917, 1t the Battery position, the battery was subjected to a severe bombardment of heavy shell. The men were cleared to a flank. One gun was hit, and as the Battery was to fire a barrage in a short time, Gunner. BRYAN, acting as fitter repaired it under heavy fire, It was due to his gallant action that all the guns remained in action throughout the barrage.
Bombardier Charles Alfred Bryant MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Alexander Bryce MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant William Buchan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Donald William Buchanan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Gordon Edward Buchanan MM
For conspicuous good work as N.C.O. in charge of a Battery Staff, the excellent communications the Battery had with its different stations near Ypres from 2nd,-13th June 1916 being mainly due to his foresight and ability; and for gallantry on 2nd, June when the O.P. was out of, communications with the battery and reported to be in the hands of the Germans, he went out over the line and succeeded in restoring communications and finding the F.O.O. and his party on which occasions he was wounded.
Corporal Harold Lambert Buck MM with bar
For great gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS during the operations of May 3^rd when he was in charge of the Brigade linesmen. Brigade Hqrs and the Batteries were continuously shelled, but this N.C.O. by his fearless example and, splendid control of his men kept up continuous communications despite the fact that the Headquarters Signalling Party were driven out of their Signal dugout by shell fire a few hours before the attack. When Division line was out, two hours before Zero, Cpl. Buck went out personally with the Division Linesman to fix the break on the ridge, which was being heavily shelled, and succeeded in altering course and repairing line so that it held up for the operation.
Bar to Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. and men went forward with the F.O.O. and established a line. Although this was repeatedly severed, this N.C.O. and men, despite the intense barrage, constantly patrolled and repaired the line. Afterwards when it became impossible to maintain the line, this N.C.O. and men voluntarily passed through the barrages carrying back information of great value. This N.C.O. and men displayed great courage, coolness, and determination and their work was of great value.
Gunner Walter Bulak MM
On the evening of 28 February 1945, H.60132 Gunner Bulak, W. was acting as a Radio Telephone Operator in an Observation Post tank commanded by Captain L.B. Fleet. The tank became hopelessly bogged in the mud in the area of the Hochwald Forest gap and was then subjected to anti-tank and machine gun fire. He accompanied his Observation Post officer across bullet-swept ground under intense artillery fire to another tank and continued to pass fire orders to the regiment. The second tank came under fire from all sides. The enemy then counter-attacked and during this engagement the Observation Post tank was hit and disabled. Gunner Bulak remained in the disabled tank with his officer and continued to pass fire orders. As a result of these fire orders at least one Panther tank was knocked out and heavy casualties inflicted on the accompanying infantry. The counter-attack was broken up and the enemy forced to retire. Gunner Bulak displayed great perseverance and courage and helped materially in the successful conclusion of the operation.
Corporal Harold E Bullis MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Albert F Bulman MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This Gunner and men went forward with/F.O.O.and established a line. Although this was repeatedly severed, this Gunner and men, despite the intense barrage constantly patrolled and repaired the line. Afterwards, when it became impossible to maintain the line, this Gunner and men voluntarily passed through the barrages carrying back information of great value. This Gunner and men displayed great courage, coolness, and determination and their work was of great value.
Bombardier Francis Lloyd Bulmer MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Neil Bundgard MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Thomas Francis Burchell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal William Henry Burchell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Arnold E Burgess MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Albert Edward Burke MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Alfred John Burke MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Charles Hammond Burnham MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John Harold Burns MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Patrick Joseph Burns MM
For conspicuous bravery in delivering ammunition to guns under heavy shell fire near Ypres during nights of 2/3rd, 3/4th, and 4/5th, June 1916. This N.C.O. had two horses shot him but continued in his work.
Gunner Harley Phillips Burpee MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Douglas Gerald Harcourt Burrage MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was part of a party of ten Signallers who went forward directly behind the Infantry, and established and kept up communication between observation post and cable head. Espite the heavy Artillery and Machine gun fire, he repeatedly repaired the line, and when the shelling became so intense as to make telephonic communication an impossibility. This man acted as runner, and got many messages through the barrage, which enabled the Artillery to deal effectively with attempted counter-attacks. This man. displayed great coolness, courage and determination.
Corporal John Alfred Harcourt Burrage MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty near Courcelette, on October 3rd, 1916, when under extremely heavy enemy barrage, this N.C.O. unaided, successfully laid a line to the front line trench at a time when communications were practically all cut. He repaired and maintained this line throughout the day and was working over country fully exposed to German rifle and machine gun fire.
Gunner Arthur Bernard Burrows MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was acting as linesman with the F.O.O. and when the bombardment became so intense that a line could not be maintained, he operated a signalling lamp for ten hours under heavy fire. This was the only means of sending back information of vital importance. The great courage coolness and devotion to duty displayed by this man enabled the Artillery to give effective support to our attacking troops.
Gunner William Henderson Burrows MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Sergeant Roy Denis Buswell MM
This Non-Commissioned Officer is Battery Signal Sergeant in charge of communications within his battery of 13 Canadian Field Regiment. After the breakout from Nijmegen on 8 February 1945 until well after the crossing of the Rhine this was an almost insurmountable job. All ground between the observation posts and the gun positions was often completely under water. This meant long roundabout lines which necessitated careful reconnaissance, often under heavy mortar fire. During one particular attack west of Keppeln on 14/15 February 1945, Sergeant Buswell arrived at the forward observation post to find the infantry completely pinned down by machine gun fire. The radio had just been destroyed by shell fire and line communications had not been established. The infantry desired the flame throwers brought up at once but had no means of getting work back. Sergeant Buswell without hesitation agreed to go back on his motorcycle and bring the flame throwers forward. This he did, but while leading them forward he first had his speedometer shot off by machine gun fire and finally his machine shot from under him by an ant-tank shell. Undaunted he led them the balance of the distance on foot and the flame throwers were able to successfully cope with the enemy with the result that our own infantry attack was able to proceed. Following the crossing of the Rhine the signal problems were even more trying due to the continual moving, often quite long jumps. Despite these difficulties Sergeant Buswell by his energy and tireless efforts always managed to keep communications open.
Gunner James Lucas Butler MM with Bar
For constant devotion to duty and for gallantry during operations near Courcelette from the 15^th, September -16^th October 1916.In maintaining artillery communications, especially with the infantry often under heavy shell fire. His energy and fearlessness were most conspicuous.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Phillip Henry Button MM
This man with other Gunners on the morning of November 3rd 1917, formed the personnel of two gun crews that went into action. These two crews kept their guns in action, although during the whole period the area within a radius of 500 yards was subjected to a continuous bombardment with shells that were coming in at an average rate of twenty per minute. Ammunition was set on fire in the position and one of the shells was so close that the Gunners were knocked down by the force of the explosion. This man and the other Gunners with conspicuous bravery stuck to their guns and maintained fire. They were absolutely without cover and miraculously escaped injury. Within three minutes of withdrawing the men from their guns, one of the guns was hit and the whole shattered.
Corporal Arthur Francis Cagney MM and Bar
At FARBUS on May 3rd for consistent and courageous good work under heavy shell fire. Owing to casualties amongst the signalling staff of his Battery he was called upon to be out repairing telephone lines which were constantly being broken owing to the heavy shelling. He was on duty for 48 hours without rest. His work in maintaining communications under exceptionally heavy shell fire for a long period, was very fine. He set a wonderful example to the Battery Hqrs. Party of which he was in charge and the good work this party rendered the Battery was largely due to Cpl. CAGNEY’S influence. He was wounded in the arm during the first half hour of the engagement and could easily have gone to the dressing station, but binding up his wound he remained at his station.
Bar to Military Medal
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations at PASSCHENDAELE on November 6th, 1917. This N.C.O.’ gun was put out of action by hostile shell fire one man being killed and four wounded. This N.C.O. has at all times displayed a high order of courage and persistence in spite of difficulties. The great courage and determination shown by this N.C.O. under the most trying circumstances has always been outstanding.
Sergeant William Pattieson Caine MM
For conspicuous good service and devotion to duty on the night of 12-13th October 1916, near Courcelette, when delivering ammunition. This N.C.O. was in charge of a convoy of ammunition when they came under extremely heavy shell fire causing numerous casualties to horses and threatening a serious blockade. This N.C.O. handled his detachment with the utmost coolness and good judgement and delivered his ammunition in spite of the heavy barrage with a minimum of casualties.
Bombardier George Albert Cairns MM
When in charge of a convoy of ammunition wagons bringing ammunition to gun positions near VIMY on the night of May 9/10th 1917, his convoy was caught in a heavy barrage and owing to darkness and casualties was thrown into confusion for the moment, with great coolness and presence of mind he steadied all ranks with him and pushed on to the Battery. He then returned with horses and extricated a wagon that was abandoned owing to loss of horses. By his bravery and prompt action under fire, he saved many casualties to his party.
Sergeant John Callaghan MM with bar
On the morning of August 22^nd 1917 while the battery was being very heavily shelled he, of his own accord, left his dug-out and took very active part in putting out fires around gun-pits which had been started by enemy shelling thus saving much ammunition from explosion.
Bar to Military Medal – On November 16^th, 1917, under heavy shell fire proceeded into the position of another battery while both that and his own were under heavy shell fire, and rescued one of the gunners who had his leg shattered; and, in company with a/Bdr M.C. Stewart carried him through continuous shell fire to the Dressing Station.
Gunner Andrew Perkins Cameron MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier George Arden Cameron MM
Bombardier Cameron is in command of a line-laying vehicle in one of the troops of 8 Canadian Field Regiment. Throughout the operations in which his regiment has been engaged, Bombardier Cameron has carried out his duties under shellfire in a cool and courageous manner, inspiring the men of his crew. On 30 May 1944 in the Liri Valley, the wireless communication to his battery from Regimental Headquarters failed due to enemy interference. Traffic conditions made it impossible for a cable laying truck to use the road. Bombardier Cameron personally laid a telephone line by hand 1,200 yards across a valley and up a steep slope which was at the time under enemy shell fire. On 24 October 1944 an Observation Post was established in a forward position two miles north of Cervia. Although in an exposed position, good observation was obtained from this Observation Post. It was most important that line communications be maintained with the guns as wireless reception was very poor. Bombardier Cameron and his line crew promptly laid line to the Observation Post from the forward exchange, a distance of three miles, part way by carrier and part way by hand. Although help up twice by enemy snipers who had to be dealt with, once by enemy shell fire, this Non-Commissioned Officer by his initiative and leadership, established line communications very quickly. During the day, line was often cut by shell fire and this Non-Commissioned Officer so organized his crew for maintenance that immediate repair was effected, thus keeping to a minimum breaks in the passage of orders to the guns. Bombardier Cameron has at all times in action inspired his men by his example. As a result of his fearlessness and leadership, line communications have been established at times when it was the only means available of controlling the artillery fire.
Gunner Peter Frank Cammer MM
On 15 August, “D” Troop, 65 Battery, 5 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment was under command of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada. At approximately 1400 hours the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada took Perriers and then came under fire from two German tanks about 1,700 yards to the south. Both tanks were well hidden and very difficult to see. Two 17-pounders were put in an exposed position on a crest under enemy fire to silence the tanks. Gunner Crammer was a gun number on one of these guns. Both guns engaged the enemy tanks but did not silence them. Gunner Cammer in the meantime had been cooly studying the enemy position through glasses. He now took over as layer of his gun and in spite of the enemy fire destroyed both tanks with one shot each. The enemy thereupon withdrew leaving a towed 88-mm gun and an ammunition lorry in the area of the burning tanks. Gunner Cammer’s coolness and skill in locating these tanks in the face of the enemy fire was responsible for the continued advance of the battalion.
Sergeant Andrew Campbell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Arthur Prentiss Campbell MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on Nov. 6th 1917, during operations preparatory to attack on PASSCHENDAELE. On two occasions when the guns were being taken into position they became bogged to the axle cups and despite intense hostile shelling he dug the guns out and was successful in getting them over an almost impassable road into position. He also put out a fire which started in an ammunition dump. This N.C.O. displayed the greatest courage and determination and set a splendid example to the men under him.
Lance Sergeant Charles Marsh Campbell MM
On the night of 27 February 1945 during the advance south from the Reichswald Forest through Goch, Lance-Sergeant Campbell was ordered to deploy his post in a church tower in Goch. In this position he was at the extreme right of the Canadian right flank. Goch was under intense shell and mortar fire with the main concentration centring on the church. Communication to this flank post was by line as it was out of wireless range and during the night this line was cut by armoured vehicles. Lance-Sergeant Campbell organized a wireless crew and by devising a remote control system two miles long to his observation post he was able to pass vital observations to his headquarters. When this remote control line was subsequently damaged beyond repair, Lance-Sergeant Campbell reorganized his post and working under fire laid, by hand, a wire base thirteen hundred metres long and deployed a double post from out of his own detachment. This base provided continuous and vital data on active hostile guns. By his courage and determination, Lance-Sergeant Campbell has inspired his men to carry on through many difficult situations. He has been a conspicuous factor in the success of his troop.
Sergeant Clarence Grant Campbell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal John Ross Campbell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Peter Campbell MM
On the night of May 7/8th 1917, near VIMY, this N.C.O. brought a convoy of ammunition wagons three times to his battery position through a heavy barrage of gas shells and shrapnel. His convoy suffered in casualties to personnel and horses each time. Although under heavy shell fire he quickly rearranged the personnel and horses of his convoy to replace casualties and succeeded in bringing up a sufficient supply of ammunition to meet any eventualities on the following day.
Driver Robert Campbell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Samuel Sanford Campbell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Simon Alexander Campbell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Quarter Master Sergeant James Candlish MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Walter Arthur (Archie) Cannell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Edwin George Canning MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Robert John Ozwald Dobrez Carey MM
For excellent services while in the Somme area Oct: 10th Nov; 30th, Coolness and perseverance in repairing telephone lines running to the advanced battery O.P. during operations on the night of Nov: 10th) 11th, 1916. Between midnight and early morning this N.C.O. effected repairs in over 30 different places under heavy fire especially in the neighbourhood of Courcelette, thereby keeping communication open and enabling valuable information to be sent back.
Sergeant Heward John Carl MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Frederick Griffith Carlton MM
On October 11th and 12th while this battery was in support of the Infantry near IWUY this N.C.O. did excellent work when in charge of an ammunition convoy. On several occasions during the day and night he brought his convoy forward under very trying shell fire and completed the ammunition supply which was vital at that time. To do this it was vital for him to make several trips under very trying conditions. He personally did thirty-six hours continuous duty at this time. His courage and strict devotion to duty are worthy of the highest praise.
Bombardier James Bremner Carr MM
On the morning of 6th November, he was the N.C.O. in charge of signallers with the Artillery Officer of this Brigade detailed to go forward with the infantry. When the attack began the Officer was badly wounded. Bombardier CARR took charge at once, established an advanced observation station, and by means of a lamp sent back valuable information to this Headquarters, until relieved by an Officer. His information continued to come in when all other communications was cut off, though his position was under most severe shell-fire at all times.
Gunner Clarence Hale Carslake MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Elmer Douglas Carter MM
For conspicuous gallantry near ECURIE on 9th April, 1917. Cpl. CARTER was N.C.O. in charge of Signallers of Artillery Liaison Officer with 5th Canadian Inf. Battn. When communications with Battalion Hqrs. And the advance troops broke down, he ran a line forward, and several times passed through the enemy Barrage collecting and sending back situation reports.
Gunner Grover Carter MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Michael Cashen MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. On March 28th 1918, the enemy began a terrific bombardment using several batteries of various calibres, with high explosives, shrapnel and gas. Uring the above bombardment Sgt. Cashen who was A.S.M. became apprehensive over the safety of some gunners who ha taken refuge in the cellar of a ruined house. He saw the building struck by a large shell and the wall crushed in, and at almost certain risk of death, rushed forward and succeeded in getting the three dazed occupants out and to a place of safety. A minute later another shell completely demolished the shelter. Again, seeing a shell damage the gas protection of another dugout and knowing the enemy was using gas shells as well as high explosive, this N.C.O. rushed over and warned the occupants to put on their respirators. His bravery and self-sacrifice undoubtedly prevented casualties.
Bombardier August Henry Casorso MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Staff Sergeant Leon Castera MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Lawrence Frederick Catton MM
On 23 May 1944 Gunner Catton was one of the signal operators on the wireless of the Commanding Officer’s representative of 3 Canadian Field Regiment which was supporting the attack of 3 Canadian Infantry Brigade on the Adolf Hitler Line north of Pontecorvo. The attack continued through the afternoon and Gunner Catton remained with the set until ordered to hand over to a relief.
Gunner Catton’s vehicle was just behind the opening line of the barrage and moved forward throughout the action behind the advancing infantry. Enemy small arms fire, mortar and infantry gun bombardment were intense during the advance. Early n the engagement the Commanding Officer’s representative was wounded and evacuated. Shortly after, a replacement arrived and he too was wounded and evacuated. Later in the afternoon the other wireless operator and the driver of the vehicle also became casualties. When the Battery Captain found the vehicle, Gunner Catton was reluctant to hand over to a relief. He showed great devotion to duty for remaining at his post in the face of extremely heavy enemy fire under the most trying circumstances. As a result of Gunner Catton’s remaining at his set communications remained open to the battalion supported and much valuable information was passed to higher formations.
Corporal Harry Hamilton Chace MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Verner Charles Chadwick MM
On the 6th inst. Ammunition was badly needed at the guns, but the pack train was held up on account of the heavy hostile shelling. This driver however succeeded not once, but twice in passing through the barrage with his horse and ammunition. In doing so he showed initiative and skill worthy of a leader, to say nothing of courage and devotion to duty.
Sergeant George Alexander Chalmers MM
This Non-Commissioned Officer was commander of an M-10 17-pounder in position at Map Reference 332279 from 1800 hours 19 August 1944 to 1200 hours 21 August 1944. The gun was in an isolated position some 300 yards from the nearest tanks and without infantry support. It covered some 700 yards of the German escape route between Trun and St.Lambert-sur-Dives. During the whole of the period the position was being sniped and attacked by enemy infantry attempting to open an escape route. On two occasions these became so numerous that the gun had to be moved back to the tank positions, but on each occasion went forward again and drove back the enemy or captured them and reoccupied its position. The effective and determined handling of this self-propelled gun by Acting Sergeant Chalmers prevented the escape of a large number of the enemy through a section of the neck of the Falaise Pocket and contributed materially to the losses inflicted upon the Germans, both men and material.
Sergeant Robert Jeremiah Chamberlain MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Signaller Thomas Leroy Chambers MM
For gallant and meritorious service. This man was one of the two who accompanied Lieut. Scott (since killed) with the first waves of the Infantry attack at Vimy April 9th., 1917. In spite of great difficulties he succeeded in establishing telephone communication with Group Headquarters from a forward O.P. on the far slope of the RIDGE. The information he thus made it possible to send back as to the disposition of our own and enemy troops was of the greatest value. Throughout the day under heavy shellfire Signaller Chambers steadily patrolled the line, repairing many breaks, and succeeded in maintaining constant communication with Group Headquarters.
Farrier Sergeant John Henry Champion MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Sin Twe (Roy) Chan MM
Sergeant Chan volunteered for special operations behind the enemy lines in the Orient, and operated with the 9th Australian Division at Labaun, Borneo. He was dropped by air deep into Japanese-held territory. There he organized and led native guerillas (Dyak headhunters) and succeeded in blocking the Rejang Rover to the enemy, forcing them back on their headquarters near the coast and controlling the river traffic. His patrols also successfully attacked the enemy, inflicting heavy casualties. Sergeant Chan’s devotion to his task and the effective manner of its execution cannot be too highly praised.
Driver Basil Ernest Chaplin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harold Rae Chaplin MM
The above-mentioned soldier, by his devotion to duty, personal courage and determination to see the job well done was an inspiration to all and is worthy of commendation for same.
ACTION: On D Day, 6 June 1944, Gunner Chaplin, H.R., a driver with the 99 Canadian Field Battery of this regiment, drove his vehicle from the LCT [Landing Craft Tank] and was immediately tied up on the beach with it and other vehicles by a heavy traffic jam. All vehicles and personnel came under very heavy mortar, rifles and machine gun fire. It was necessary for everyone, for personal safety, to leave vehicles and seek shelter against the embankment. The above-mentioned soldier was wounded in three places and three self-propelled equipments took fire from the bombing. It became apparent that other equipments might suffer loss by fire if left there. Gunner Chaplin, although thrice wounded, with utter disregard for personal safety, went under this heavy mortar and machine gun fire and drove his vehicle, as well as others, to the exit on the beach and subsequently to the gun position where the guns were able to be placed in action and the equipments put to their correct use. The above-mentioned had to be carried from his vehicles as he was unable to move after performing this brave task.
Driver William Clifford Chapman MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Reginald Samuel Chappell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Joseph Chasse MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations on Passchendale. This man was acting as runner from Group H.Q. to Batteries on October 27th, 1917. He had to pass through extremely heavy shell fire, both H.E. and gas by day and night to battery positions, which were frequently shelled, the round trip taking four hours. This took place daily until Passchendale was taken on Nov 6th. That on no occasions were despatches lost or late was entirely due to his courage and devotion to duty.
Gunner Richard George Chinery MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Charles Clifford Chipman MM
For coolness and gallantry under heavy shell fire from Sept: 8th, -Sept: 15th. This N.C.O. was on duty as linesman in and around Pozieres keeping open communication between the Observation Post and the Brigade Hdqrs. The trenches were often obliterated but he cooly mended breaks and passe through the heaviest barrages to do so. His conduct was noted by Officers of different Batteries.
Gunner William Harry (Henry) Chisholm MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 15th of Aug: 1917 he was on duty with Lt HASKELL at a visual signalling station. Lieut Haskell was later wounded and Gnr. CHISHOLM kept the station open although exposed to heavy shell fire. He remained on duty for 14 hours replacing a wounded telephonist of his party, and sent back important messages to his Brigade.
Sergeant William Colin Chisholm MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Norman James Chivas MM
On May 3rd, 1917, near FARBUS, this N.C.O. & Sgt. H. Cooke, acted with exceptional bravery and coolness in putting out a fire which broke out and spread to the ammunition, caused by a direct hit on the gunpit. In spite of the great danger of shells being hurled in all directions through the cartridges exploding, they stuck to their work shovelling earth upon the fire until they had mastered it. Had it not been for their efforts a large quantity of ammunition would have been destroyed and in all probability several casualties would have occurred among the members of the detachment.
Sergeant William Chrich MM
For gallant and specially meritorious service during the Canadian Corps operations culminating April 9th, 1917 at VIMY. Twice during this time certain of his Trench Mortar emplacements were badly hit, with the greatest energy, under heavy shell fire in each case, he repaired the emplacements, and kept his battery in action; carrying on continuously in the trenches for a month before the attack. By his untiring efforts he kept his mortars and personnel in a state of high efficiency, cutting wire assiduously and with great thoroughness. On the morning of the attack he volunteered for stretcher bearer duty and worked day and night for two days searching for and carrying out the wounded.
Sergeant Gordon Ross Christian MM
On March 28th, 1918, the battery was subjected to a massive bombardment by guns of all calibres, a goodly proportion of gas shell being used. Four of the guns were put out of action, two of them being completely destroyed. Four men were killed four severely wounded, and two others slightly wounded. Sgt Christian, with great presence of mind and utmost disregard of personal safety, succeeded in accomplishing the impossible by getting the wounded men out of the burning pits and under cover. By his courageous act he set an invaluable example to the other men at a critical time. He displayed excellent judgement, great courage and a strong devotion to duty.
Sergeant Percy Septimus Christmas MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Kenneth Vernon Church MM
For gallantry and devotion to Duty. On November 9th about 10.30.A.M. on the Ypres PASSCHENDAELE ROAD about one mile W. of PASSCHENDAELE Dvr. Church was of the advance party of a large mule training packing ammunition to the Battery Position of the 9th Bde.C.F.A. When just East of Spree Farm the Germans shelled the road very heavily, killing and wounding about twenty men and a number of animals of a pack train ahead, which entirely blocked the road. Pte.Church with Cpl.Edgel and Drivers Dean and Price acted with great coolness and bravery, securing stretchers and carrying the wounded to the dressing station under heavy shell fire. They then cleared the road and proceeded with the ammunition to the guns. By their courageous action they set a fine example.
Bombardier Charles Howard Churchill MM with bar
For the utmost gallantry, devotion to duty and determination. On the morning of the 6th instant immediately after the attack on PASSCHENDAELE, Bdr. CHURCHILL set out to establish a Continuous Wave Wireless Station on PASSCHENDAELE. The need of this station was imperative as Wireless was the only means of rapid communication for the H.A. and F.A., F.O.O.S. Heavily laden with Wireless instruments etc., this Bde. continued for almost 4 miles in the face of very heavy enemy shell and machine gun fire. The station was successfully established about 100 yards behind our line and in full view of the enemy. Bde CHURCHILL did heroic work in frequently erecting the aerial which was being shot away, and in maintaining communication until relieved 48 hours later.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Wilfred Laurier Churchill MM
The conspicuous courage and devotion to duty as telephonist with F.O.O. during the operations North of Courcelette, on Oct: 8th, ’16. He successfully maintained his line over very exposed country until the afternoon when maintainance became impossible. He then acted as runner from Kenora Trench for a distance of about 400 yards across open country under extremely heavy fire.
Gunner Edmund Meade Clark MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Arlington Clarke MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Nelson Clarke MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty. On October 25th, 1917, Cpl. CLARKE was in charge of a mule train packing Ammunition to Field Batteries, the Germans shelled the road very heavily, killing two men and seven mules and wounding two of the Drivers with Cpl. CLARKE. This N.C.O. acted with great gallantry in carrying the wounded men to a place of safety and then proceeding with the remainder of his party to deliver the ammunition to the guns, while the road was still being shelled.
Sergeant Joseph Kyle Clarke MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Edwin George Clements MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier James Clements MM
On 8th and 9th of April, 1917, this N.C.O. was in charge of a working party from his Battery assisting in construction of an Artillery route from our front line forward, near ECURIE. He set a splendid example of energy and courage and devotion to duty under heavy enemy shell fire, in keeping his party together, and accomplishing his task.
Corporal Walter James Clynick MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Allen James Coburn MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3rd, 1917, Gnr. COBURN who is one of the Battery cooks, came up from the rear position on his own initiative and throughout the very heavy enemy shelling served hot stew and tea to the men of the gun detachments. This warm food was of great value to the men and materially assisted in enabling them to continue their work. The great courag and thoughtfulness displayed by Gnr. COBURN resulted in the efficiency of the gun detachments being much greater than otherwise have been the case.
Sergeant Walter Arthur Cochrane MM
Sergeant Cochrane served with 3 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment from the landing on the Normandy beaches to the final cessation of hostilities in Germany. In every action in which his battery was involved he acquitted himself in an exemplary fashion and was a constant source of inspiration, courage and resourcefulness to his men. On innumerable occasions this Nob-Commissioned Officer has exhibited a degree of courage and coolness of a calibre which proved outstanding even when these attributes were considered commonplace. One example of this is – on the evening of 3 March 1945, on the outskirts of Xanten, Germany, it was evident that the enemy were preparing a counter-attack against the high ground held by our troops. This ridge was vital to the enemy’s further defence of the area and upon it were deployed anti-tank guns of the troop of which Sergeant Cochrane was Troop Sergeant. Enemy tanks were reported advancing against the position and our infantry were somewhat uneasy at facing a tank attack since they had had but little opportunity to consolidate the ground. An outpost suddenly sighted an enemy tank at a range of 300 yards and reported its position to this Non-Commissioned Officer. Since it was impossible to immediately engage this tank due to its hull-down position, Sergeant Cochrane mounted one of his self-propelled anti-tank equipments and courageously manoeuvred it into a suitable location. At a range of less than 200 yards Sergeant Cochrane engaged the enemy equipment and by fearlessly exposing himself to obtain better vision, passed orders to the gun crew enabling them to knock out the enemy tank in spite of the closing darkness. Not only did this feat eliminate the immediate threat of an enemy counter-attack but it encouraged our infantry to a marked extent and so lowered the morale of the opposing forces that the evacuated the vicinity immediately.
Sergeant Perry Douglas Cockwell MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty at VIMY. On the afternoon of April 28th 1917 during operations it was essential to maintain the telephone line to the Battery O.P. This N.C.O. went out during a heavy bombardment and with the greatest coolness repaired and maintained the line. His work was of great value. As linesman, he has repeatedly carried out his duties under shell fire with no regard to his personal safety, and has consistently done work of very high quality.
Sergeant Albert Cole MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Delos Harold Cole MM
On the 24th Aug 1917 at great personal risk, under heavy shell fire which ha started in a gun pit as the result of the enemy counter battery work. His action undoubtedly saved a large quantity of ammunition which might have exploded and destroyed the gun.
Corporal John (Jack) Thomas Cole MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Murray Cole MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Ambrose Collings MM
For gallant and distinguished conduct and devotion to duty on the morning of Oct; 22nd 1917. Cpl THOMSPON was ordered to take a gun limber to bring out a gun that had been damaged by shell fire. COLLINGS driving lead, GRAY driving centre, and TREWIN driving wheel. At FREZENBERG, the limber came under heavy shell fire, the near centre horse being killed and the off centre horse being shot down. The 3 drivers were piled underneath their horses and TREWIN had his leg seriously crushed. Although subjected to heavy fire, they cut away the centre team, and hooked up the lead and wheel teams. GRAY was ordered to take the remaining off centre horse back. The limber then trotted forward. Another shell wounded the near led horse, and the whole hitch came down. The party finally reached the battery position and hooked onto the gun. They succeeded in bringing this out along the one available road which was still being heavily shelled.
Battery Sergeant Major Edward Collins MM with 2 bars
On the 5^th. September 1917, during an intense hostile bombardment a gun pit was hit and set on fire. This N.C.O. at great risk to himself succeeded in extinguishing the fire and by his prompt action unquestionably saved the gun and ammunition from destruction.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Second Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Frank Benjamin Conrad MM
On August 16th 1917, North of Lens during an attack, this Gnr manned a tapping-in station in advance of front line and forward exchange. He displayed great gallantry an devotion to duty and it was largely due to their efforts that communication was kept up during the day. The ground over which they had to work was very much exposed and constantly swept by very heavy shell, machine gun and sniper fire. He was gassed on the night of the 14th during preparations for attack, but carried on in spite of great exhaustion.
Driver Hugh Conway MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Arnold William Cook MM
For distinguished work on the 15th Aug: 1917. He succeeded in running a line forward with the first infantry wave between the Jumping off trench and the Final Objective. Afterwards he kept open 1000 yards of line throughout the day under very heavy shelling. Passing through intense barrages on several occasions.
Bombardier William Osser Cook MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Heskith Cooke MM
On May 3rd, 1917, near FARBUS, this N.C.O. & Bmdr. N.J. Chivas, acted with exceptional bravery and coolness in putting out a fire which broke out and spread to the ammunition, caused by a direct hit on the gunpit. In spite of the great danger of shells being hurled in all directions through the cartridges exploding, they stuck to their work shovelling earth upon the fire until they had mastered it. Had it not been for their efforts a large quantity of ammunition would have been destroyed and in all probability several casualties would have occurred among the members of the detachment.
Sergeant Robert Christopher Cooke MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Horace Watten Coon MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Alexander Mitchell Cooper MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Thomas Albert Copping MM
On the 19th October, 1918 near RALLENCOURT, one gun with lorry, skidded off the road. This N.C.O. at daylight, in full view of the enemy succeeded in getting same back on the road and to battery position without any casualties, though under shell fire for a considerable period
Sergeant Edward Joseph Corbett MM
At approximately 1000 hours on the 9th March 1945, Map Reference 073374 (sheet 4304, 1:25,000), in the forward area, a party of Canadian infantry were laying wire about 50 yards in front of the anti-tank gun position of G.6037 Sergeant Edward Joseph Corbett. One or more of the infantry personnel stepped on a schu mine and four of the party were wounded. Sergeant Corbett, who had been trained in first aid work, immediately organized a carrying party to remove the wounded and without the slightest hesitation proceeded to the scene of the accident although he knew that the area was think with mines. Having tended the wounded, Sergeant Corbett was evacuating one man from the mined area when he stepped on a mine and was wounded to the extent of losing his leg. The coolness, courage and organizing ability displayed by Sergeant Corbett in tending and evacuating the wounded through what he knew to be an extremely dangerous area was of the highest calibre and served as a magnificent example and steadying influence on all ranks.
Gunner Curtis Colleson Cordell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Thomas Corkin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Warrant Officer Class I James Donald Alexander Corrigan MM
This Warrant Officer has been with the regiment continuously since D Day and has assisted in reconnaissance of forward gun positions throughout France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He has always displayed courage, determination, devotion to duty and utter disregard for his own personal safety which is exemplified by the following incidents. On 25 November 1944 at Nijmegen, a body of men, comprising approximately 20 British troops, 60 United States troops and seven men from this unit, 19 Canadian Army Field Regiment, was waiting in front of the mobile bath when an enemy 170-mm shell landed, killing six and wounding 14 soldiers and civilians. The body of troops quickly dispersed except for Regimental Sergeant-Major Corrigan and the seven men from this unit who, under direction and leadership, began to take care of the wounded. Despite continued shelling, Regimental Sergeant-Major Corrigan and his party evacuated all living casualties from the area. On or about 9 April 1945, Regimental Sergeant-Major Corrigan, as part of the forward reconnaissance party, entered Sogel, Germany with the intention of recceing a position to the east of the village, when it was reported that the Germans were counter-attacking Sogel. This Warrant Officer lost no time in positioning his party near the main road junction to defend the town. The counter-attack came in and much credit must go to this Warrant Officer for his determination, courage and leadership displayed in breaking it up. Regimental Sergeant-Major Corrigan’s long and meritorious service, together with his courage, determination, devotion to duty and disregard for his own personal safety has always been an inspiration to all who know him.
Driver Gordon Carey Cosh MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal John Costello MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harry Thomas Costigan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Hubert Reginald Cousins MM with bar
Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier James Russell Coutts MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty on Oct: 8th, 1916, North of Courcelette, in maintaining the line from Battery to O.P. in Kenora trench, under continuously heavy shell fire being practically buried on three occasions. His devotion to duty was of the greatest value to the Battery.
Corporal Clarence Burton Cowdy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Sidney Herbert Cox MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty on August 21st, 1917. This N.C.O. was on look-out duty in the Auxiliary O.P. at night and when all communication with the O.P. was broken down he remained at his post despite the very heavy hostile bombardment of h.e. and gas shells. By his courage, coolness, and devotion to duty, the battery was at all times fully posted as to the situation in front.
Sergeant John James Crafton MM
Since 9 July 1944 the 56 (Self Propelled) Battery of 6 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment has fought under command 2nd, 3rd and 4th Canadian Divisions, 51 (Highland) Division, 53 (British) Division and First United States Army. This battery’s guns have been in action in some of the most bitter battles of the war and were deployed at Ifs, Rocquancourt, Falaise, Boulogne, Cap Gris Nez, Calais, the Ardennes, the Reichswald and the Hochwald. From 9 July 1944 until 5 May 1945, Sergeant Crafton was employed as the Number One of a self-propelled 17-pounder anti-tank gun in the 56 Battery. One position which his gun occupied on the outskirts of Falaise was under severe mortar fire for more than ten hours before Sergeant Crafton or any of his men were able to dismount from their equipment. Under these circumstances his steadiness and courage were most marked. During the battle for the Reichswald this Non-Commissioned Officer by clever and courageous handling of his gun in the face of heavy enemy fire, succeeded in knocking out an 88-mm self-propelled gun and by so doing prevented it from interfering with the advance of our infantry at a crucial moment when the going was critical. In every engagement he has handled his gun and detachment with outstanding skill and daring. His cheerfulness and confidence under heavy mortar fire and small arms fire has always been a source of inspiration to his men.
Bombardier William Austin Cragg MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Arthur Craik MM
Gunner Craik was employed as a Universal Carrier driver with the “C” Troop Observation Post party, 5 Canadian Field Regiment and went through action in that employment continuously, until evacuated because of wounds on 25 August 1944. On that day the Calgary Highlanders of Canada had as their objective the village of Totes. “B” Company of this unit went into the attack, accompanied by “C” Troop, 28 Battery Observation Post party, with Gunner Craik driving the party’s carrier. Although wounded in the head and neck by an enemy anti-personnel bomb he refused to be evacuated until the Calgary Highlanders achieved their objective some twelve hours later. Recovering from his wounds, he rejoined 28 Battery and again was employed as driver of the Universal Carrier with “C” Troop Observation Post party, and saw action until 26 October 1944 when 28 Battery was in support of the Calgary Highlanders in an attack on Woensdrecht Station. “C” Troop Observation Post party moved with a forward company into the attack, Gunner Craik acting as carrier driver. During the morning of 26 October 1944 Gunner Craik was hit in the left ankle by a mortar fragment. He refused to be evacuated, and himself removed the mortar fragment with a penknife and bandaged the wound. Against heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire the attack moved slowly forward. Early in the afternoon fire was so heavy that the Forward Observation Officer decided to leave the carrier, go forward on foot, and keep in communication with the carrier by radio. Shortly after this, fire orders being passed by him faded out. Gunner Craik immediately drove the carrier forward in the face of enemy artillery and mortar fire to re-establish communication. At 1530 hours an enemy 88-mm shell exploded very near the carrier. Gunner Craik was wounded in the right hand and right side and knocked unconscious. He recovered consciousness, and despite his multiple wounds which were bleeding severely, he again drove the carrier forward through enemy artillery and mortar fire, until radio contact with the Forward Observation Officer was re-established. He placed the carrier in a protected position and shortly afterward lost consciousness due to shock and wounds. He was evacuated in the late afternoon 26 October 1944. Recovering from wounds, he rejoined 28 Battery in April 1945 and continued to serve his unit with the same outstanding courage and devotion to duty during the fast moving actions of the last weeks of the Western European campaign.
Corporal John Crawford MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Thomas Crawford MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Robert Russell Crocker MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at RAILWAY CROSSING near VIMY, on May 13th 1917. When his battery was being heavily shelled, both entrances to the deep dugout were blown in by enemy shells, with delay action fuzes. There were five men in the dugout at the time, which had not been connected up between the two entrances. Gunners Lee and Crocker seeing the situation and knowing that the men could not last long in the small dug-out, despite the intense hostile shelling, dug an opening into the dugout, and liberated the imprisoned men. The men relieved were in a very exhausted condition, and it was due to the great courage and resourcefulness displayed by those two men that the lives of the five men in the dugout were saved.
Corporal John Murray Crockett MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John William Crothers MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on Nov. 9th near PASSCHENDAELE. This man was one of an F.O.O. party which missed its way and got between our line (front line) and the enemy, one of the party was dangerously wounded by a sniper and Pte. CROTHERS carried him to a dry shell hole remained with him and tended the wounded man from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. As no help arrived he crawled across country to the nearest infantry under snipers fire, finally got the wounded man in. He then started out to look for his Officer but became delirious from want of food, and shell fire and wandered back to our lines.
Gunner Harold Grose Yule Crowder MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Quartermaster Sergeant Alfred Charles Cruchley MM
Since the commencement of the present operations, it has been very largely due to this N.C.O’s indefatigable work that the guns of this Battery have been kept continuously in action in spite of their worn state. To do this it was necessary for him to attend constantly at the various battery positions, over dangerous roads at much personal risk; this was more especially the case from 22nd, to 25th, July.
Bombardier Harry Cruly MM
Near AVION June 28th. 1917. For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. While acting as N.C.O. in charge of signals with the F.O.O. who accompanied the Infantry in the attack on AVION TRENCH at 2-30 a.m. 28th June 1916, he laid a line from the old front to the captured trench. Due to his efficiency and coolness messages were sent over this wire from the final objective at Zero plus 25. With entire disregard of danger he worked for 51/2 hours maintaining this line which was repeatedly broken by shell fire. By means of this line, valuable information and reports of hostile shelling interfering with consolidation were passed back to the Artillery.
Sergeant Frank Croome Cullimore MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Eward Albert Cullum MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Ernest George Cumber MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Gordon Alexander Cumming MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Cumming MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Russell Harold Cummings MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Leslie Cunningham MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on Dec.; 8th, 1916, near Neuville-St-Vaast, when firing a 9.45 inch Trench Mortar the bomb fell short in the trench directly in front of the gun. Cpl Cunningham at once ran to the bomb, unscrewed the time fuse and threw it away. But for his prompt and gallant action a number of casualties among our men and considerable damage to the trenches would probably have been caused.
Sergeant Robert Cunningham MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Vernon James Cunningham MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier William J Currin MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the 6th November 1917, near ZONNEBEKE, BELGIUM. This N.C.O. was in charge of a gun detachment. The battery was firing salvoes on it’s protective barrage, while our infantry were consolidating. The enemy put a concentrated destructive shoot on the battery and orders were given to reduce detachments to minimize casualties. This N.C.O. sent the whole of detachment away and remained at the gun loading, laying and firing it himself. On many previous occasions he has shown conspicuous gallantry.
Bombardier Elliott Leslie Dale MM
On the afternoon 24th May 1944 during the battle for the Melfa crossing the advance parties of the 8th Canadian Field Regiment (Self-Propelled), Royal Canadian Artillery proceeded to a forward rendezvous behind the leading armoured regiment of the 5th Canadian Armoured Brigade. They reached the rendezvous and were subjected to very heavy and concentrated enemy shell fire. Of the party, eleven were killed and 16 wounded and a number of vehicles were destroyed. K.5046 Bombardier Dale showed outstanding courage and leadership under fire. With his Warrant Officer and Sergeant killed and the area still under heavy fire, he took complete command of the situation and organized the rendezvous. Although himself seriously wounded, he commandeered a jeep ambulance which had been deserted and went out into the open with shells burst on all sides, picking up wounded men, applying first aid dressings and evacuating them to shelter.
He showed great gallantry in making repeated trips until he himself, exhausted by loss of blood, was forcibly evacuated by the medical authorities.K.5046 Bombardier Dale, Elliott Leslie, demonstrated throughout outstanding courage, fortitude and determination in accepting imminent danger of death to assist his wounded comrades. His actions undoubtedly had a steadying effect on the remaining men of his party and mobilized them with the result that despite their depleted numbers the forward position was fully prepared and organized when the guns came up and there was no delay in the guns engaging tasks being urgently called for by the Forward Observation Officers with the forward troops.
Gunner Ernest Dalton MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty during the preliminary operations to the attack on VIMY RIDGE, near ECURIE, 3rd to 8th April, 1917. This man was constantly under fire mending the forward lines. During wire-cutting operations from the craters on our late front he kept the overland wire repaired, often working in No Man’s Land in daylight. His work throughout has been highly praiseworthy.
Driver Godfrey Duncan Daniel MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Roland D’Aoust MM
Lance-Bombardier D’Aoust has been a member of a Light Anti-Aircraft Gun Detachment throughout operations in Europe. On many occasions when engaging air targets and in particular when in Belgium engaging enemy emplacements and strong points from the ground, this non-commissioned officer has distinguished himself by his devotion to duty and fearlessness in the face of retaliatory fire. At Groesbeek on 3 December 1944, he took part in a quick harassing ground fire programme against an enemy concentration in a wood on the immediate front. Early in this engagement the gun position was located and heavily shelled by the enemy. The detachment commander, two other members of the gun detachment and the driver were seriously wounded. In spite of the enemy fire, Lance-Bombardier D’Aoust immediately took over command of the gun and maintained its fire on the enemy until orders to break off the action were given. Having seen his gun safely out of action, although the enemy shell fire on the area continued, this non-commissioned officer then returned and rendered first aid to his wounded comrades and personally supervised their evacuation. The gallantry and leadership displayed by Lance-Bombardier D’Aoust in the Groesbeek action were solely responsible for completion of the harassing fire as originally planned. In this and other actions his personal courage and disregard of self have been [an] example and inspiration to all.
Sergeant George Henry Davidson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Arthur Davies MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Albert Davis MM
On November 2nd/3rd 1917, in the battery position of the 1st Cd. H.B., this N.C.O. ws in charge of a gun detachment which fired about 500 rounds under exceptionally avers circumstances during part of this period. His gun was subjected to a particularly heavy enemy bombardment, but continued firing throughout. Three of his men became casualties. He rendered first aid to them, replaced them with fresh men and then carried on in response to two S.O.S. calls. On the morning of the 4th November his crew again carried on under fire sustaining casualties and again by his coolness and presence of mind he restored the morale of his detachment to a fighting basis.
Signaller Allen R Davis MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lieutenant Herbert James Davis MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Charles Wright Davison MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Douglas Day MM
For conspicuous bravery in mending telephone wires and in maintaining battery communications frequently under heavy shell fire, and especially for voluntarily accompanying the Battery F.O.O. on a hazardous reconnaissance after the Germans had broken through our lines on 2nd, June, 1916.
Corporal William John Day MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver James Dean MM
For gallantry and devotion to Duty. On November 9th about 10.30.A.M. on the Ypres PASSCHENDAELE ROAD about one mile W. of PASSCHENDAELE Dvr. J. Dean was one of the advance party of a large mule training packing ammunition to the Battery Position of the 9th Bde.C.F.A. When just East of Spree Farm the Germans shelled the road very heavily, killing and wounding about twenty men and a number of animals of a pack train ahead, which entirely blocked the road. Dvr. Dean with Cpl.Edgel and Drivers Church and Price acted with great coolness and bravery, securing stretchers and carrying the wounded to the dressing station under heavy shell fire. They then cleared the road and proceeded with the ammunition to the guns. By their courageous action they set a fine example.
Corporal William George Dean MM
At VIMY on April 7th 1917 this N.C.O. displayed great courage in keeping his gun in action. His gun emplacement was twice blown in and the gun buried, but, in spite of heavy shell fire, he dug the gun out, got it into action again and continued firing until his ammunition was exhausted showing great courage and devotion to duty.
Bombardier Thomas Edward Dearden MM
Bombardier Dearden was a driver operator of “F” Battery, 2nd Regiment, The Royal Canadian Horse Artillery. As such, his duties required him to maintain line communication between the forward observation posts and the battery commander at the battalion tactical headquarters. On 23 November 1951, the Royal 22e Regiment relieved 1 Battalion, King’s Shropshire Light Infantry in the vicinity of a dominating feature known as “Hill 227″. From 23 November 1951 until 26 November 1951, the infantry came under prolonged and sustained enemy infantry assaults supported by heavy and accurate artillery and mortar fire. During this period the provision of artillery support for our own troops became of paramount importance. Owing to the heavy shelling and mortaring, line maintenance became all but impossible and it was largely through the inspiring efforts of Bombardier Dearden that line communications where established. Throughout the entire period, Bombardier Dearden worked day and night to maintain a vital observation post line. At all times he displayed a cheerful courage and disregard for his personal safety which provided an inspiration to those about him. Through his efforts, this vital link was established during a most critical phase of the operation, thus permitting artillery fire to be placed in support of our own troops.
Gunner Paul Émile Debien MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Philip Lawrance Debney MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Forbes Elliott Defriez MM
For gallant conduct and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. with Sgt Henderson maintained communication between the O.P. and the Battery for 12 hours, continually under very heavy shell fire, on several occasions going through an intense artillery barrage to repair the wire. The work performed by this N.C.O. ever since the Unit has been in this area has been consistently good and gallant.
Bombardier Gordon Edmund Denison MM
On 5 August 1944 Bombardier Denison was acting as assistant to the artillery Forward Observation Officer supporting the Royal Highlanders of Canada during their attack on May-sur-Orne. When his officer became a casualty as a result of the incessant enemy fire, Bombardier Denison himself took over. For a period of 18 hours thereafter this Non-Commissioned Officer stayed at his post in spite of enemy machine gun, shell and mortar fire and himself controlled the artillery support of the infantry, giving necessary fire orders over the wireless net and maintaining liaison with the infantry. Bombardier Denison’s actions showed a sense of responsibility far beyond the call of his rank and a disregard of his own personal safety which was both example and inspiration to all. Through him alone vital artillery support was maintained without a break.
Corporal Percy Dennett MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Denton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Leonard DeRoche MM with bar
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was a linesman and constantly patrolled the line from advanced front to rear, despite extremely heavy shell-fire. Although the line was repeatedly broken, communication was never held up for more than a few minutes. This man displayed the greatest courage, coolness and tenacity, and their work was of great value.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Allan Wallis Derrom MM
For gallant conduct under shell fire in assisting to rescue four wounded A.S.C., N.C.O’s and men from burning lorries loaded with ammunition on November 5th, 1917. By his prompt action he undoubtedly saved a general conflagration by helping move off other lorries loaded with ammunition standing near by, which, if they had caught fire would have destroyed the guns and ammunition of the battery.
Gunner Gustav William DesRosiers MM
For gallantry and resourcefulness while acting as battery linesman from 6th, to 13th June 1916, and for voluntarily going to the front of the attack and bringing back valuable information.
Sergeant Joseph Deveau MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Herbert Alleyne Deveber MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the night of 15-17th Aug 1917, when it was necessary to make double trips to gun position with ammunition, he was in charge of a column and found the MAROC ROAD under shell fire. He so manoeuvred his column by breaking it up into small parties and leading each party personally that he succeeded in reaching the Battery and returning without a casualty. His coolness and leadership steadied and encouraged the men under him.
Sergeant Cecil J Dewar MM
For great gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS during the operations of may 3rd 1917. During the heavy bombardment of the gun position this N.C.O. was in charge of No.2 Section. The gun-pit was hit three times and set on fire. Each time he extinguished the flames and with the help of his subsection kept the gun in action. His work in assisting the wounded under very heavy shell fire was at all times magnificent, and the example he set as senior N.C.O. at the guns, had a great deal to do with keeping the guns in action.
Gunner James Ward Dexter MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was a linesman and although the line was broken every few minutes he continuously patrolled it, and repaired the breaks. This was done despite the very heavy enemy shelling and it was due to the great courage, coolness and determination displayed by this man that communication was maintained throughout the operations.
Gunner Carl Manning Dickey MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. On March 28th during the bombardment which proceeded the enemy’s attack. All communication was cut. Gnr Dickey volunteered to mend the line about one mile in length. He had to wear his gas mask for about three-quarters of the way. Wire entanglements had been put over the line since it was laid. In spite of the gas and H.E. barrage and the wire entanglements he was successful in mending the line and establishing communication.
Sergeant Edward Arlett Dickie MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Warrant Officer Class 2 James William Diggle MM
Throughout his five years’ active service this Warrant Officer has shown outstanding initiative and interest in his duties. His Quartermaster stores and records are a model of perfection and he has cheerfully catered to the many demands of all ranks in the regiment. In the Liri Valley operations, he was in personal charge of regimental ammunition supply. At this time the regiment was continuously moving forward in close support of armoured units and ammunition expenditure was very heavy. Distances to ammunition points were often great and routes most congested. Due to his unceasing efforts adequate ammunition supply was continuously maintained and fire support was at no time limited due to supply difficulties. Her personally supervised the dumping of ammunition in the gun areas, often under enemy fire. On 24 August 1944, when the regimental “A” Echelon near Ginofani was very heavily shelled he personally supervised the evacuation of casualties and the reorganization of the area, completely disregarding the concentrated enemy fire. By his distinguished conduct and devotion to duty, this Warrant Officer has set an outstanding example to all ranks.
Bombardier Louis William Dippill MM with bar
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the operations Oct; 8^th, 1916, this gunner acted as linesman from his battery to Forward Observing Post and maintained his line under extremely trying conditions, working throughout the day under extremely heavy shell fire an machine gun fire, maintaining perfect communication until the operations were completed and remaining at duty with the F.O.O. until darkness.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Charles Docherty MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver James Henry Dodd MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the night of July 24/25th. 1917. This man was part of a detail delivering ammunition, when the enemy opened heavy fire on him, Dvr DODD’s Horse was killed and he was blown off his feet. This man assisted in clearing the dead animals out of the way also in unloading the seven remaining wagons, his coolness and courage under fire was a splendid example to the rest of the men on the detail.
Corporal Reginald Andrew Doiron MM
On the 5th November 1917, he established a telephone and visual signalling station in a shell hole in preparation for the attack on the 6th. During the attack he kept his station open until his supply of spare wire was exhausted, then using his lamp until the shelling became so intense that his lamp and all his equipment were destroyed or buried by shell fire. By his devotion to duty much valuable information was sent back to group H.Q. This N.C.O. has distinguished himself on previous occasions by his exemplary devotion to duty under trying circumstances.
Corporal Robert Emmet Dolan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Earl Doll MM with bar
On the 16^th/17^th, Oct; 1916. This N.C.O. whilst in charge of a detail to salvage German 5.9” Howitzer, captured by 2^nd Can; Div: displayed the greatest bravery and cool-headness under extremely trying conditions, as it was necessary to, take his horses and wagons to a point close to the front line in an extremely exposed position, to extricate the said gun, which was successfully accomplished before daylight.
Bar to Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devotion TO DUTY. When the Breech mechanism of a Heavy Trench Mortar blew out, this N.C.O. volunteered to repair the gun, despite the fact that he would have to pass through heavy hostile shelling. While proceeding on the errand, he was wounded in three places, but continued on his way, and eventually returned with the tools required. This N.C.O.’s splendid display of courage and devotion to duty enabled the mortar to be kept in action.
Sergeant George Donaldson MM
During the attack on PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE on the 6-11-17 this N.C.O. mounted his mortar in the open under heavy machine gun and artillery fire, and kept up a barrage on an enemy pill box enabling the assaulting infantry to work round the flanks and rush the pill box witout casualties. Several machine guns and gunners were taken prisoner out of the pill box. This N.C.O’s cool and courageous work undoubtedly saved many lives.
Gunner William James Donahue MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant James Thompson Donnolly MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty, near Vourcelette; during the attack on Nov; 18th, as telephonist with Liaison Officer at H.Q. of 87th, Can, Battn, which was situated in a very exposed and heavily shelled area. From 8,30 a.m. till 1.30 p.m. it was impossible to maintain the telephone line and Sgt Donnolly acted as runner, going backwards and forwards through a very heavy enemy barrage and bringing back valuable information to a place where it could be telephoned through to Headquarters.
Driver William James Donohue MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Cornelius Donovan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Signaller Fred Doran MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Francis Morton Dorman MM
Lance-Bombardier Dorman, “D” Battery, 2 Regiment, The Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, was a driver operator for the officer commanding “D” Battery. As such his duties required him to maintain the communication link between the battery commander at Battalion Tactical Headquarters and the forward observation officers at their respective companies. During the attack by 25 Canadian Infantry Brigade on 3 October, 1951, LanceBombardier Dorman was charged with the responsibility of maintaining line communications between the forward observation officer with “B” Company, The Royal Canadian Regiment, and the battery commander at Battalion Tactical Headquarters. While “B” Company was advancing, Lance-Bombardier Dorman followed closely behind laying line as he went, in order that line communications could be established at the “B” Company objective before nightfall. When “B” Company encountered heavy opposition and the forward observation officer was wounded, Lance-Bombardier Dorman pressed forward and reached the “B” Company locality before the forward observation officer was evacuated. He crashed the artillery situation at once, and until relieved later by another forward observation officer, continued to act as liaison between the infantry company and his battery commander, correcting artillery fire and thus neutralizing the enemy. When relieved he completed his line communications in spite of heavy shelling and the presence of enemy patrols. Lance-Bombardier Dorman’s determination and intelligent use of artillery resources made possible adequate artillery support at a most critical time in the battle. The initiative and courage of this non-commissioned officer were at all times an inspiration to those with whom he served.
Bombardier William Joseph Doucette MM
On 23 Dec 43 during the street fighting in Ortona (MR 3316) the advance of “D” Company of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment was held up by intense fire coming from a house dominating the axis of advance. Tanks were unable to bring fire to bear on the house because of a pile of rubble which blocked the street. Bdr Doucette was in charge of an anti-tank gun supporting the advance of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment Seeing the difficulty, with his crew he manhandled the gun up to the pile of rubble and, although under heavy fire from enemy MGs and mortars, destroyed the house and thus enabled the infantry to move forward. This NCO’s courage, determination and initiative were of the highest order and made a valuable contribution to the final success of the operation.
Sergeant George Frederick Dowdell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Matthews Dowling MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier William James Drinkwater MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Albert Edward Dryland MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Henry John Dudgeon MM with bar
Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier James Henry Dudley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Herman Dumas MM
In an attack at Bretteville l’Orguilleuse, Map Reference 925717, Sergeant Dumas and his gun crew manhandled his gun from position to position stalking tanks. During this action three Panzer Mark IV tanks were destroyed without casualties to any of his gun crew or equipment. This Non-Commissioned Officer displayed remarkable initiative and coolness and the tactics which he employed on this occasion materially helped in keeping the position intact.
Gunner Henry Cummings Dunbar MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Near LA TARGETTE on 7th April two of the Battery dugouts were set on fire and destroyed by enemy gas and shell. Gnr. DUNBAR was the first to run to a burning dugout, and was principally responsible for checking the fire and getting out all the occupants, despite continued shelling gas & fire. Throughout the night 17/18th April, he kept open, single handed, a most difficult telephone line under shell fire. His gallantry & devotion to duty has had a most excellent effect on his comrades.
Signaller Rogers Arthur Dunbar MM
On 16th Dec. 1918, during an attack maintained communication between artillery and infantry with great success.
Sergeant Charles William Duncan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Duncan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harold Maxwell Duncan MM with bar
For conspicuous gallantry near Courcelette during the evening of 22^nd October 1916 the Battery was under shell fire, a shell exploded in Gunpit setting fire to some Cordite in Cartridges that were broken by splinters. The fire burst out in the rack containing H.E. shells, Gnr. DUNCAN was on sentry duty, and Cpl. RITCHIE was near No.1.gun. Both rushed to the burning Gunpit, notwithstanding the enemy’s shelling and the great heat from the burning Cordite. Their promptness enabled them to throw out the burning cases, and prevent the fire from spreading. There is no doubt but that for their prompt and brave action the gun and ammunition would have been completely destroyed, and the battery would have come under a destructive hostile fire from having the position disclosed, which no doubt would have detailed serious casualties.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Thomas Hugh Dundas MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Joseph Dunlop MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Wallace Dunsmoor MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When communication by wire was completely cut off, this man volunteered as runner, and crossed and re-crossed the newly won ground, with messages from the forward to the rear station under very heavy Artillery and rifle, and machine gun fire. His work throughout was done with the greatest coolness, and he set an excellent example to the other linesmen.
Sergeant George Malcolm Dunsmore MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Peter Anderson Durbrow MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty near LIEVIN on July 22nd 1917. During heavy enemy shelling on the Battery position one of the cellars in which were Gnr. DURBROW. and two men with two others, was stuck by a delayed action shell. This Man and the two men managed to extricate themselves from the debris and despite the fact that the enemy was still shelling heavily the building, they worked until they had rescued the two other men still buried. The splendid courage and coolness displayed by this man undoubtedly saved the life of one of the two buried, the other being dead when released.
Gunner Ernest Bruce Dustan MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on August 21st 1917. This man was in charge of the line running from cable head forward. Although this line was continually being broken, this man constantly patrolled it, despite the exceedingly heavy shell-fire, and such was his efficiency in repairing the breaks that at no time was communication lost for more than a few minutes. This man displayed the greatest courage, coolness, and determination, and the able manner in which this line was kept in working order was of the greatest value to the battery.
Private Daniel Robert Dwyer MM
For gallant conduct during heavy bombardment of Hill 60, on the evening of 26th April 1916, when this man and another were the first to volunteer to carry S.A.Ammunition to the front line, and carried it from the Depot across the railway cutting to the front lines trenches under very heavy shell fire.
Sergeant John Richard Dymond MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Bernard Earle MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Kenneth Sutherland Eaton MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on Nov.4th during operations on PASSCHENDAELE under extremely trying circumstances he brought two guns into action and later when the battery was being subjected to a very heavy high explosive and bombardment, he at great personal risk re-organised his gun detachments when they were depleted by casualties. The bravery and determination displayed by this N.C.O. set a splendid example to the men under him.
Corporal William Henry Eaton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Mark Edgell MM
For gallantry and devotion to Duty. On November 9th about 10.30.A.M. on the Ypres PASSCHENDAELE ROAD about one mile W. of PASSCHENDAELE Cpl.Edgell was in charge of the advance party of a large mule training packing ammunition to the Battery Position of the 9th Bde.C.F.A. When just East of SPREE FARM the Germans shelled the road very heavily, killing and wounding about twenty men and a number of animals of a pack train ahead, which entirely blocked the road. Cpl.Edgell with Drivers Church, Dean and Price acted with great coolness and bravery, securing stretchers and carrying the wounded to the dressing station under heavy shell fire. They then cleared the road and proceeded with the ammunition to the guns. By their courageous action they set a fine example.
Bombardier Harold Edwards MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty. On the evening of 22nd Oct: EDWARDS was with an ammunition train of 150 animals, taking shells to Field Batteries. After the ammunition had been delivered and when the column was returning home, the Germans put on a heavy barrage which cut off the rear of the column. 1 Officer and 1 N.C.O. being wounded, and 1 Driver and 10 animals being killed. Bdr Edwards took charge of the rear of the column, behaving with great gallantry and extricating his command from the danger zone with splendid coolness, and returning brought the wounded Officer and N.C.O. to a Dressing Station, all the time being under heavy hostile fire.
Sergeant Albert Alphonse Egan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Benjamin Arthur Elsey MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant George Edmond England MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Stanley England MM with bar
For conspicuously gallant an good work with the forward party of the Battery from 2^nd,-13^th , June 1916, near Ypres. He refused to be relieved during this time, pleading that his knowledge of the front line trenches was useful at this critical time. He mended breaks through a heavy barrage just in time for the F.O.O. to send a “S.O.S.” ; he then lay in the barrage mended more breaks until it was over. During the bombardment on the 13^th, he crawled up to our front lines and brought back important information, being wounded in doing so.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier William Thomas Ennis MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Arthur Trevelan Estey MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Walter Allen Evans MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on October 29th 1917, during the operations in front of Passchendaele Ridge. This N.C.O. was in charge of a party with pack mules carrying ammunition. When they neared the battery the enemy placed an intense barrage on the rad just in front. Notwithstanding the intensity of the shelling this N.C.O., brought his mules up to the battery and unloaded all the ammunition. The exceptional bravery, coolness and devotion to duty displayed by this N.C.O., set a splendid example to the men under him.
Sergeant Walter Howell Evans MM
On Sept; 30th, 1916, two Officers, the battery S.M. and two telephonists were buried by the explosion of an 8” shell. Sgt Evans organized and led a party which succeeded in digging out the wounded. At the same time he took over control of the Battery, and continued to direct the fire with great coolness until another Officer arrived. On Oct; 2nd, Sgt Evans again le a party which dug out three men who were buried as a result of a direct hit on a gun pit. The lives of at least two of the detachment were saved by his energy and bravery. The Battery was being heavily shelled at the time.
Sergeant Elmer Milton Evoy MM with Bar
In the early hours of 18 July 1943, “A” Troop, 2 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment was in support of Royal 22e Regiment, moving with the advance guard to Gratta Calda. Heavy enemy anti-tank and machine gun fire forced the advance guard to deploy. At first light enemy machine gun fire was observed coming from two pill boxes sited on the slope of an adjacent hill, 1,000 yards to the front. .. Sergeant Evoy, commanding Number 3 Gun, immediately engaged this target with alternate rounds of high explosive and armour piercing. Sergeant Evoy kept his gun in action although the enemy machine guns were now concentrating on his detachment; by his cool and skilful direction under fire, the machine guns were put out of action by direct hits enabling the advance to continue.
Bar to Military Medal  –  On the morning of 30 April 1945, “B” Company, 1st Battalion, The Regina Rifle Regiment was ordered to clear the area of the German barracks west of Leer, Germany, Sergeant Evoy was Platoon Sergeant of 10 Platoon. Their particular task was to search out along the dykes and road west and south of the barracks. The platoon successfully completed this task and were returning to assist in house clearing when they came under heavy 43 Machine Gun fire. This fire sounds very similar to bren fire and it was at first thought that it was some of our own troops firing at them. This Non-Commissioned Officer quickly seized the initiative, contacted his Company Headquarters by wireless and established the fact that it was enemy fire.
Sergeant Evoy then pin pointed the fire and by the skilful use of fire and movement worked the platoon to a position on the flank of the enemy. Using the covering smoke of several Number 77 grenades this Non-Commissioned Officer took two men and went back under fire for as many two-inch mortar and PIAT bombs as were available. With complete disregard for his own safety Sergeant Evoy took up an exposed position and personally fired fifteen PIAT bombs into the enemy strong point in addition to directing the fire of the platoon. This accurate close range fire had such an effect that Sergeant Evoy’s platoon took one officer and thirty-four other ranks prisoners which completely silenced all opposition in the southern sector of this area.
In all this fighting this Non-Commissioned Officer only lost one man killed and two wounded. It was undoubtedly Sergeant Evoy’s cool and skilful handling of the platoon plus his bravery and stubborn determination to fight which enabled “B” Company to take its objective quickly and with a minimum of casualties.
Gunner John Douglas Ewen MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.

Sergeant George Wilfred Fairley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Henry John Falconer MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS om May 2nd. During an intense enemy bombardment the Hqrs. Of the 5th Brigade C.F.A. were blown in. On hearing calls for help this N.C.O. immediately got a shovel, and assisted in freeing three Officers who were alive, and Lieut-Colonel BRITTON and Major RIPLEY who were found to be dead. This work took fifteen minutes to effect during which time the shelling was intense, but he continued digging until the Officers were released. By his courageous action and splendid example, he materially assisted in saving the lives of three Officers.
Bombardier William Fallas MM
This N.C.O. was in charge of the linesmen attached to the Officer responsible for the liaison between this Bgde and the 15th Canadian Inf:Bn during the attack and capture of VIMY RIDGE on April 9th. Two and a half hours after zero he had telephone communication back from the RED objective, and quickly established visual communication from the final objective. He closely followed with his party all stages of the Infantry’s advance. On the night April 16th/17th he did distinguished service in maintaining telephone communication between the Battn Liaison Officer at FARBUS and the BGDE Liaison Officer THELUS. This telephone line ran through THELUS WOOD. The night was intensely dark, with wind and rain, and the wood was being heavily shelled. In spite of this he repaired and maintained this line throughout the night. He has always shown the utmost gallantry and devotion to duty.
Driver Frank Farley MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty on the night of Oct.29/30 1917, during operations preceding the taking of PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE, while packing ammunition to 22nd Bty CFA., Although caught in a very heavy hostile barrage Dvr. FARLEY not only delivered all their ammunition but carried a wounded comrade to an advanced dressing station and from there to a second dressing station where he could be handled by ambulance, he also pulled a machine gunner out of a hole and despite the intense shelling, dressed his wounds, but he died before he could remove him. This N.C.O. displayed the greatest courage, coolness, and devotion to duty.
Corporal Thomas James Faught MM
For conspicuous gallantry in action near CITE CALONNE on 9th February 1917. While firing a 9.45 Trench Mortar the bomb with time fuse did not clear the gun pit. Bdr FAUGHT at once ran into the pit and unscrewed the fuse. Had it not been for Bdr Faught’s gallantry and quickness the bomb would have exploded in the pit; the gun crew would undoubtedly have been killed, the gun and emplacement destroyed and possibly the adjacent bomb store blown up.
Gunner Allison Ernest Fawcett MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John Fearnley MM
Bombardier Fearnley has been continuously employed as a gun position officer’s assistant throughout the operations in Italy and Holland. During and subsequent to the break through of the Gothic Line, many officer casualties were suffered and replacements were not immediately available. In this period it was necessary on five different occasions for Bombardier Fearnley to takeover complete command of the gun position, sometimes under heavy enemy fire, to supervise his troop command post, to direct his guns and assure speedy and accurate response to the fire orders from the Forward Observation Post. Due to this Non-Commissioned Officer’s coolness and outstanding command, fire support of the highest order was always maintained by his troop. On 8 December 1944 the troop position just north of Piange Pane, Italy, was subjected to heavy and continuous shelling and the command post suffered a direct hit, seriously wounding two officers, one Warrant Officer and five men. Bombardier Fearnley took complete charge of the situation. He supervised the dressing and evacuation of the wounded, reorganized the command post and personally controlled the fire of his guns. Throughout this period enemy shelling of the position continued with great intensity. It was due to this Non-Commissioned Officer’s courageous leadership that no reduction of fire power was suffered at a time when the fire of all available guns was being called for by the forward troops. During the operations in Holland Bombardier Fearnley carried out his duties with cool efficiency, often under heavy fire. On 15 April 1945 he assisted in organizing the reconnaissance party to effect the capture of a pocket of enemy resistance which had been by-passed by tanks. This Non-Commissioned Officer himself led the attack on the house which was the centre of resistance. Crawling up to the house, he fired his Sten gun at point blank range at the enemy within and forced their surrender. One hundred and sixteen prisoners were taken. As soon as the prisoners were rounded up, Bombardier Fearnley prepared the gun position and had all details completely organized when the guns arrived.
Gunner David Fehr MM
On the 30 April 1945, during the attack of the Irish Regiment of Canada on Heveskes in Holland, Gunner Fehr was a wireless operator in an artillery observation post tank when the area was subjected to heavy fire from enemy guns only 800 yards distant. It was imperative that these guns must be silenced because they threatened to engage “C” Company of the Irish Regiment of Canada which had advanced to the area of Heveskes and was about to attack the town.
Shell splinters were continually hitting the tank and the first round shot away the aerial rod. Disregarding the heavy artillery and small arms fire and in full view of the enemy, Gunner Fehr climbed on top of the tank and replaced the aerial. In order to get better observation the Troop Commander was obliged to leave his tank. Shortly after leaving the tank his remote control cable was badly cut. Despite the fact that the tank had already received three direct hits and shell splinters continued to hit the tank, Gunner Fehr fearlessly stood up in the hatch in order to receive fire orders from his Troop Commander and gallantly continued to man his set until the enemy guns were successfully neutralized. Gunner Fehr’s courageous devotion to duty under heavy fire ensured that continuous and accurate supporting fire was provided and his gallant efforts contributed to the subsequent attainment of the company objective.
Gunner Arthur Sutton Fell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Salvatore Val Femia MM
From 19 to 21 February 1945, Gunner Femia, S.V. was forward in a tank as a Medium Forward Observation Officer’s operator during an attack by infantry supported by tanks. He was operator for Captain R. Poulin with a squadron of 2 Canadian Tank Brigade in support of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry attacking to the road Goch-Calcar.
At the objective, Gunner Femia jumped out of the tank with the Artillery Observation Officer to deploy their Observation Post. Under heavy shelling he crawled back and forth from the tank, passing targets calling for urgent fire to break up enemy resistance and to foil their attempt to counter-attack. This he did for two hours, not caring for his own safety.
On the night of 19/20 February 1945, the enemy put several strong counter-attacks supported by tanks. On two occasions reports were received of enemy infiltration. Gunner Femia, S.V. then showed great courage for three hours, acting either as wireless operator or helping the infantry to overcome infiltration. He never failed in keeping good communications, and the fire brought down by the medium artillery was a great factor in breaking all enemy counter-attacks. Many tanks were destroyed by this fire.
Gunner Femia’s courage and devotion to duty were the main factor in providing the fire support given by the artillery on those occasions. He set an example which deserved the admiration and praise of his superiors and fellow soldiers.
Gunner Robert John Fenske MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John Irwin Fensom MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier D Fernis MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Sydney Phillip Fielding MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John Finch MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was in charge of a Trench Mortar in an open position and kept his gun in action from zero to zero plus 100 in the operations on 15th Aug:1917. Twice during this time the mortar was partially buried. On one occasion Gunner FINCH was partially buried and on another he was blown down the sap leading to the gun. On both occasions he was badly shaken up, but he dug the gun out and got it back into action. While preparing the 67th round a direct hit put the gun completely out of action. During the operations previous to the attack Gunner FINCH did exceptionally good work and was in the trenches for twenty-one consecutive days preceding Z days.
Sergeant William Henry Finkle MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver John Bromelow Fitzpatrick MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Arthur B Fitzwarine-Smith MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Alexander Fleming MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at 17th Battery, C.F.A. gun, position near VIMY on December 8th 1917. The enemy were heavily shelling this position and hit a pile of boxed ammunition setting it on fire. This N.C.O. at once rushed out of his dug-out and despite the heavy hostile shelling and the danger from exploding ammunition, unassisted he removed the burning boxes from the pile and extinguished the fire. This N.C.O. by his great display of courage, coolness and initiative undoubtedly saved much valuable ammunition and set a splendid example to the men of his battery.
Driver Charles Flesch MM
For great gallantry and conspicuosly meritorious service at VIMY. On the night of the 29 April 1917 during a gas bombardent of the town this man found a driver on the road who had no gas helmet and was in a semi-conscious condition. He picked him up and carried him himself a distance of some 800 yards through the gas and through a shrapnel barrage to the newest dressing station, sharing with him his own gas helmet. He suffered considerably from the effect of the gas but by his action undoubtedly saved the life of the driver. On his return he found a six horse team loose on the roa and obtaining assistance, succeeded in saving two of these horses, the others dying from the effects of the gas.
Driver Robert Henry Flint MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Gerald Robert Fogerty MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty near Courcelette, on Oct : 6th, 1916. This man was forward for instruction when the linesman with him was killed. Though inexperienced, and under heavy shell fire for the first time, he succeeded in establishing communication over a very heavily shelled area to our front line trench, and maintained this line unaided for 24 hours, rendering excellent service to his battery during a rather critical time.
Corporal Nimrod Folbigg MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty. On 25th October 1917. Cpl. FOLBIGG was in charge of an ammunition train packing 4.5” How.shells when the party came under shell fire and an attack by German aeroplanes. A considerable number of bombs being dropped in their immediate vicinity. Cpl. FOLBIGG behaved in a very gallant manner steadying the men by his coolness, and successfully bringing the party through and delivered the ammunition at destination. Again on Oct:27th, this NCO’s party came under a very heavy enemy barrage in the same area, but Cpl. FOLBIGG succeeded in getting the ammunition delivered to Battery positions even though a number of mules and one man were wounded. His power of command and coolness in action are most commendable and he is devoted to duty at all times.
Sergeant Henry Douglas Ford MM
On 21 July 1944 Sergeant Ford was Troop Sergeant of a troop of 17-pounder anti-tank guns sited on the Camerons of Canada [Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada] area at St.Andre-sur-Orne. Seven hull-down enemy Panther tanks were engaging our infantry from low ground directly in front and a 17-pounder gun selected from Sergeant Ford’s troop was manhandled forward under direct enemy fire to a position from where sniping fire was brought to bear on these tanks, resulting in the destruction of four and the ultimate dispersal of the others.
In this operation, which was carried out under intense machine gun and shell fire, Sergeant Ford accompanied the gun crew forward and when the Non-Commissioned Officer in charge of the gun and two members of his crew were wounded, Sergeant Ford, though wounded himself, took over and personally loaded and fired the gun until it was so damaged by shell fire as to put it out of action. By his personal example throughout and prompt action in taking over the gun in emergency, Sergeant Ford contributed much to the success of the action, which removed the armoured threat to our forward troops.
Gunner Tobias F Forestell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Michael James Forristal MM
Near GRAVENSTAFEL on November 5th. This N.C.O. was in charge of a Pack Train of ammunition for his Battery. The approaches were very heavily shelled, but, knowing that his battery had just moved forward and would require all available ammunition for the next days operations, he rallied his men, encouraged them and through his example of coolness and devotion to duty took the entire party through the barrage.
Gunner Gibert Harold Forster MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John Forster MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty on Oct: 8th, 1916. This N.C.O. in charge of communications from Forward Observing Officer to Brigade Observation Post rendered most valuable service in maintaining these communications on this date. He has repeatedly volunteered for dangerous line work and has displayed on all occasions exceptional cool headedness and resourcefulness.
Corporal Colin Forsyth MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. was part of a party of ten signallers who went forward directly behind the Infantry, and established and kept up communication between observation station and cable head. Despite the heavy Artillery and machine gun fire, he repeatedly repaired a line, and when the shelling became so intense as to make telephonic communication an impossibility. This N.C.O. acted as runner, and got many messages through the barrage, which enabled the Artillery to deal effectively with attempted counter-attacks. This N.C.O. displayed great coolness, courage and determination.
Sergeant James Forsyth MM
On the 6th November between 7.00 a.m. and 8.00 a.m. when in charge of a convoy of pack horses taking ammunition to the guns, he found the area to be crossed being heavily shelled. He worked his column safely through the barrage to the Battery. He noticed a wounded driver whose horse was bogged in the mud. He handed over his horse to a driver and returned, removed the wounded man and rescued the horse. By his determination and gallant conduct and personal disregard for personal danger he gained the confidence of those under him in his leadership and thus successfully made a second trip to the guns under equally trying conditions as he had to select a new route to avoid the enemy’s barrage.
Battery Sergeant Major Andrew Hamilton Frame DCM MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier James Arthur Francis MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Private Walter James Francis MM
For courage and devotion to duty displayed as a runner August 15th, 1917. This runner repeatedly carried messages under extremely heavy fire from battery Headquarters to the Stokes Mortars in the new line. His untiring devotion to duty only ceased when overcome by physical exhaustion. This runner was responsible in a very large degree for the successful operation of the Mortars in this sector of the new line.
Gunner Harvey Millroy Fraser MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Kenneth Alexander Fraser MM
At 1400 hours on 20 May 1944, Gunner Fraser was delivering rations and POL [Petrol, Oil and Lubricants] to a gun site in the Pontecorvo area. As he was leaving the position, the enemy engaged the area with 88-mm guns. The vehicle received a direct hit, killing G.3204 Lance-Bombardier MacFarlane, K.F. and a gunner of 1 Canadian Medium Regiment. Gunner Fraser was blown out of the truck’s open cab and the truck was set ablaze. Gunner Fraser with complete disregard for his own safety, while shells were still falling and the petrol blazing, pulled Lance-Bombardier MacFarlane from the blazing vehicle and carried him to a ditch 30 yards away. Disregarding his injuries he returned to the still-blazing vehicle and dragged the Medium gunner under cover. Gunner Fraser had no idea the two men were dead, and at the risk of his own life, while suffering from severe burns, went to the aid of his comrades. His actions fulfilled the highest traditions of the service.
Gunner Fred Charles French MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Walter George French MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Frederick John Friend MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Myer Frieze MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Livin Frigault MM
On 23 May 1944 during the attack and the subsequent breakthrough of the Adolph Hitler Line G 53024 Gunner Livin FRIGAULT was the driver of an armoured observation vehicle for one of the commanding officers representatives, attached to the West Nova Scotia Regiment. On one occasion, when his vehicle bogged down in an open field under heavy artillery, and mortar fire, this soldier with complete disregard for his personal safety, quickly put chains on and brought his vehicle to safety. On another occasion when the radiator hose connection broke loose he, with great coolness and determination completed repairs to his vehicle whilst under almost incessant artillery and mortar fire thus enabling his officer to continue supplying artillery support to the infantry. His complete disregard for his personal safety on both these occasions and his great devotion to duty were of the highest order.
Corporal Harold Henry Fritz MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harold Gallagher MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Reginald Edward Gallagher MM
For courage and determination. During the operations on PASSCHENDAELE on the night of November 6th/7th 1917. Driver Gallagher exhibited the greatest enthusiasm and devotion to duty in packing ammunition to the guns of the 35th Battery, the most forward Howitzer position of the 3rd C.D.A., the roads and approaches being subjected to heavy shelling by shrapnel, H.E. and gas. During the whole operations on PASSCHENDAELE this driver’s willing conduct was a valuable example and a great help in maintaining the morals of the battery. A number of times he volunteered for duty when it was his turn to rest.
Bombardier John Alexander Gallagher-Tyrwhett MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Austin Gallant MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Arthur Martin Garaughty MM
During the period from 17 May to 10 July 1951, Gunner Garaughty, “F” Battery, Second Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery was a Driver Batman for a forward observation officer. As such, his duties required him to drive a jeep, carrying vital communication links to the guns, so that the vehicle was always available to his officer who was advancing on foot with the forward companies. He carried out his duty in an exemplary manner with a complete disregard for his personal safety or comfort and so enabled his officer to direct the 22 guns to provide essential support for the infantry. Of the night of 26/27 May 1951 near Unchon-Ni, Korea, The Second Battalion, Royal 22e Regiment advanced and captured a line of hills. The forward observation officer was with one of the forward companies on a hill feature which was being subjected to mortar and artillery fire, and indications were that an enemy counter-attack was pending. The wireless communication from the forward observation officer to his guns was weak and gunner Garaughty immediately realized that signal cable must be laid so that vital orders could be transmitted. With one other soldier he volunteered to lay this cable over a route which was known to be under mortar and artillery fire and was suspected to contain some enemy infiltrators. He set out in his jeep in the dead of the night, map reading his way on a track over which he had never travelled, paying out the cable behind him. As he advanced, the enemy harassing fire increased, causing casualties to the nearby infantry. Calmly ignoring the flying mortar fragments, Gunner Garaughty crouched beside the track carefully splicing together the cable ends and tying back the cable at the corners of the track as he had so often done in training. Almost as soon as the cable had been laid it was cut by enemy mortar fire and Gunner Garaughty at once assigned to himself the task of maintaining this vital communication link. No less than six times in the next 24 hours and almost continually under fire, did this intrepid driver batman traverse on foot his four-mile length of cable, repairing the damage wrought by enemy fire and keeping open his officer’s communications. His display of courage and his sense of responsibility, far and away beyond the duties for which his position called, was an inspiration to all and enabled his officer to provide supporting artillery fire which deterred the enemy from initiating a counter-attack.
Corporal Patrick Edward Garnish MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Alfred Gaston Gaspard MM
On the 12th, Oct;1916, from an emplacement Cpl Gaspard succeeded in firing 60 rounds, in spite of retaliation. On the 17th Oct; from the same position and after the neighbouring trenches had been battered beyond recognition, this N.C.O. succeeded in firing 30 rounds. The entrance to his emplacement was blown in, badly wounding his only gunner. After dressing the wound Cpl Gaspard fired his remaining ammunition alone with excellent effect on enemy wire.
Corporal Arthur William Gibson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Quarter Master Sergeant Robert George Gibson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Andrew Giffen MM
On Jan; 15th, 1917, while acting as No 1 on the gun, a 60 pound bomb fell on its side a few yards in front of the mortar when it was fired, and commenced to roll down inside the parapet. The bomb was equipped with a direct action percussion fuze, and would have exploded on the fuze striking the bottom or side of the emplacement. Gnr Giffen seized the bomb placed it in the gun, and fired it into the enemy’s wire. This gunner, during the subsequent Infantry raid on the 17th continued to fire his gun when the house over the emplacement was twice struck by hostile shells.
Driver James Gilbert MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Edmund Gilbert MM
For courage and devotion to duty. On 16th Aug 1917 at the beginning of the strong counter attacks that lasted throughout the night, it was found impossible to keep up the line and the F.O.O. who was in close touch with the infantry, wished to get messages through. Gnr. GILBERT, although slightly wounded, volunteered to act as runner and made three trips to the jumping-off trench with valuable information. He was in great personal danger as the captured ground was kept constantly under a heavy barrage by the enemy. After successfully delivering his third message he collapsed from fatigue.
Driver Ernest Gillard MM
For continuous gallantry and devotion to dutyduring operations on Passchendale. This man was acting as runner from Group H.Q. to batteries on October 27th, 1917. He had to pass through extremely heavy shell fire, both H.E. and gas by day and night to battery positions, which were frequently shelled, the round trip taking 4 hours. This took place daily until Passchendale was taken on November 6th. That on no occasion were dispatches lost or late was entirely due to his courage and devotion to duty.
Driver Arthur Gillespie MM
For courage, coolness and devotion to duty. On the 11th of November 1917. Driver Gillespie was one of the signallers with the F.O.O. of the 39th Battery, C.F.A. When lamp could not be line up with rear O.P., Driver Gillespie volunteered to take back a message to the Battery. He also was able to line up the lamp of the rear C.P., establishing communication with the Forward O.P. He returned to the Forward O.P. and remained there the whole night on duty. This was done in the dark and under the heaviest shell fire.
Bombardier Ross Roy Gillespie MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Harry Wharton Gilliland Jr MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Collin Hugh Gillis MM
During operations against VIMY RIDGE, April 9th 1917, he accompanied F.O.O. party to advanced O.P. where throughout the ay he rendered ready and valuable assistance. On several occasions he repaired the telephone wire under heavy shell fire, and also assisted in establishing communication from CRAMER HAUS early in the operations.
Sergeant Horace May Gillmor MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harold David Gingell MM
On 17 Sep 44, during the assault on BOULOGNE, Gunner Harold David Gingell was artillery Observation Post Signaller with a Forward Observation Officer supporting a leading company of the Regiment de la Chaudiere. At one time the advance was held up by mines and booby traps and vehicles could not be taken forward. The infantry were coming under heavy and accurate enemy fire and the artillery Forward Observation Officer determined to take his party forward to find an observation point where observation would allow neutralization of the enemy fire. This advance necessitated going forward on foot, under fire and observation by the enemy. It was also apparent that such a party with its special R/T equipment would be subject to the special attention of the enemy. During this advance, which was made under heavy enemy fire, Gunner Gingell carried and operated the R/T set. On completion of the move this party was cut off for thirty-six hours from our own infantry without protection, sleep, food or water. During this period Gunner Gingell carried on cooly and efficiently under constant fire, and maintained communications. His work under most hazardous conditions enabled accurate fire to be brought down on the enemy and allowed the momentum of the 8 Cdn Inf Bde attack to be maintained thus materially assisting in the successful reduction of the BOULOGNE Garrison.
Sergeant Wallace Henry Gleed MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Russell Albert Glockling MM
On 5th Nov: 1917, he assisted his Officer in carrying out a difficult reconnaissance for an O.P., in the forward area. On the morning of the 6th Nov : he repaired important communication from the O.P. to Bgde Hdqrs in the midst of severe shell fire, during which one of his companions was killed, and two were wounded. By his good work the Bgde Headquarters obtained useful information during the operation on that day. Later, he assisted one of his wounded companions through shell fire to a dressing station.
Bombardier Frank Gold MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Farrier Sergeant William Henry Gollop MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Stewart Stanley Goodfellow MM
He was one of the Forward Observation party during the operations of November 10th at “PASSCHENDAELE”. From .500.a.m. to 3.00.p.m. on November 10th he flashed messages back from the top of a “Pill-box”. His position was under heavy fire during the whole day. A German Field Battery shelled the pill-box during the whole time, in addition to heavy H.E. Signaller GOODFELLOW, with his lamp, was knocked down by a shell explosion once, and on several occasions was almost buried with earth thrown up. Through it all he kept the lamp working, sending most valuable information through, which was used by the artillery.
Gunner Godfrey Edwin Goodman MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Weldon Clifford Goodwin MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on Oct:31st 1917, during operations in front near PAASCHENDAELE RIDGE. This N.C.O. was in charge of party packing ammunition when the party was caught in a very heavy hostile barrage several men being wounded, This N.C.O. got his men out and then came back for the wounded. The great courage and devotion to duty set a splendid example to the men under him an resulted in the wounded men being carried out through the barrage to the dressing statio.
Sergeant Alexander Gordon MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on the 3rd May SGT. GORDON was acting Sgt.Major at the guns, About five minutes after we opened fire No. 2 gun had a direct hit in rear of the pit, the gun crew all being killed or wounded. Sgt. Gordon got a few men together and carried the wounded men out, and got the dead clear and the gun into action again, despite the intense enemy shell fire, and continued his duties until the end of operations. By his great display of courage and coolness he set a splendid example to the rest of the men.
Sergeant Allistair Cumming Gordon MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Edward Goss MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Alexander Vernon Graham MM with bar
For conspicuous coolness and gallantry near ECURIE on April 8^th, in keeping in repair a telephone line to a Mine Crater in No Man’s Land, which was being heavily shelled by 5.9” shells. Our own Infantry had at the time been with-drawn from the vicinity. Twice at least within four hours he repaired this line, which had been cut by enemy shells.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Frederick Allison Graham MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On 17/18th August 1917. he carried two important messages under an intense gas bombardment as the communications were down and the S.O.S. signal had been sent in. He succeeded in placing the wire in the trench after returning with the last message and kept it open during the remainder of the night.
Gunner Hugh Graham MM
In the early morning of the 29th July 1917, during an enemy gas shell bombardment, near LOOS, one shell exploded in the entrance of a dug-out occupied by eight men of the Reserve Divisional Artillery Trench Mortars, attached to the 1st Canadian Division. Gunner Graham, disregarding his own personal safety, entered the dug-out at once and remained there for two hours rendering assistance to the gassed men. Five men died from the effects of the gas, while Gunner Graham was in the ug-out, and he himself was slightly affected and has since been admitted to hospital.
Driver James Grant MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on November 4th near Zonniebeke. The only road was under extremely heavy shell fire all morning and men sent up to pack ammunition were all made casualties or sent back by the traffic controller except this man, who knowing the battery was short of ammunition pushed through despite the intense shelling, he came back, and although the shelling still exceptionally heavy made a second trip to the battery.
Battery Quarter Master Sergeant Peter Taylor Thompson Grant MM
On September 4th 1917, some ammunition stored was burning as a result of enemy shelling; the fuzes were exploding and making the road dangerous for traffic. B.Q.M.S. GRANT after warning everyone away from the danger, procured some water and at great personal risked pulled burning boxes of fuzes out of the fire and saved them. One fuze exploded as he worked over it, but he carried on until the fire was extinguished.
Sergeant William George Graveline MM
As Signals Non-Commissioned Officer of “C” Battery, 1st Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery he has carried out his responsibilities in the most capable and expeditious manner possible. On numerous occasions his personal supervision of line detachments has resulted in the restoration of communications during heavy enemy shellfire. By his cheerful spirit, example, and determination, he has undoubtedly ensured the effectiveness of the battery in action. During the course of operations around the hill known as “The Hook” he supervised the construction and maintenance of lines, which were continually cut by shell fire, in areas completely unfamiliar to himself and his line parties. Earlier, in the operations in defence of the hill known as “Kelly”, Sergeant Graveline supervised the communications from No.85 observation post, the commonwealth division’s only artillery observation post with the republic of Korea Forces and his work enabled the entire divisional artillery to be brought to bear in aid of our allies.
Gunner Edmund Brownlow Gray MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Samuel Watson Gray MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Frank John Gray MM
For gallant and distinguished conduct and devotion to duty on the morning of Oct: 22nd 1917. Cpl THOMPSON was ordered to take a gun limber to bring out a gun that had been damage by shell fire. COLLINGS driving lead, GRAY driving centre, and TREWIN driving wheel. At FREZENBURG, the gun limber came under heavy shell fire, the near centre horse being killed and the off centre horse being shot down. The 3 drivers were piled underneath their horses and TREWIN had his leg seriously crushed. Although subjected to heavy fire, they cut away the centre team, and hooked up the lead and wheel teams. GRAY was ordered to take the remaining off centre horse back. The limber then trotted forward. Another shell wounded the near led horse, and the whole hitch came down. The party finally reached the battery position and hooked onto the gun. They succeeded in bringing this out along the one available road which was still being heavily shelled.
Corporal Thomas Bernard Greaves MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Thomas Green MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier William Lorne Greenaway MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty during the operations from 10th Sept; to the present time, He personally layed and repaired telephone between the Btty and O.P. night and day under constant shell fire and has set a splendid example to the men under him. On 17th Sept; he voluntarily led a party in an attempt to recover the body of Lieut Kitto, which was in an exposed position under continuous rifle and shell fire.
Driver John Herbert Greer MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Merwin Greer MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Joseph Wilson Greig MM
For distinguished conduct and devotion to duty. On the morning of the 3rd of November, 1917, the 45th, Battery C.F.A> was heavily shelled with 5.9 and 8” while firing on an S.O.S., and the Officer on duty was seriously wounded. Ten men of the gun crews were wounded and Sgt GREIG, being the senior N.C.O. at the moment, re-arranged the crews. Although he was himself wounded he continued to fire his gun.
Bombardier Richard Allan Grierson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John Griffith MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harry Knight Grimmer MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier David Grinton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Magnus Cromarty Groat MM
On November 6th, 1917 after being wounded and with one side paralised he continued to send important messages through from the Observation Station to Brigade Headquarters. Later he collapsed at his post and had to be carried to a Dressing Station.
Gunner James Gullion MM
On November 6th, 1917 during operations against PAASCHENDAELE he repaired important communication lines under severe shell-fire. He was wounded while at his work but would not quit until a relief was made an hour later. His action enabled the Brigade to keep in touch with the advancing infantry.
Sergeant Robert Banks Gunn MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Garfield Wellington Gunstone MM
From the time that 11 Canadian Field Regiment came into action at the Metauro River on 23 August 1944, until he was injured on 3 December 1944 at the crossing of the Montone, Gunner Gunstone displayed a degree of devotion to duty and of gallantry that were fare beyond the requirements of an Observation Post Assistant. Circumstance consistently placed him in the fiercest part of the battle and he never failed to acquit himself in a manner that heartened the whole of his party. On 3 September 1944 he was assisting a Forward Observation Officer in a tank during the advance from San Giovanni to Misano when the tank was holed.
Although wounded, he remained at his post for a full day until it was clear that the Observation Party was temporarily out of action and a replacement could be provided for him. Again, during the attack of the Westminster Regiment on Piangipane on 3 December 1944, he alone accompanied the Forward Observation Officer. When their 48 set was damaged he returned to their vehicle on the south side of the Montone River through heavy fire, a distance of 800 yards, and brought up a 22 set speedily and under difficult conditions, thus reestablishing communications. On all occasions in battle he has conducted himself similarly and can always be relied upon to use initiative and to set an example of steadiness.
Bombardier Allen Erastus Hager MM
For conspicuous good service and devotion to duty when in charge of the forward Battery wires, maintaining splendid communications from the observing station to the Battery under continuous shell fire. Although communication was repeatedly broken they were repaired and communication was re-established by this Gunner in very short time, despite the heavy enemy barrages. He has been twice wounded during these operations but remained at duty.
Sergeant Herbert James Guyatt MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Charles Franklin Hainer MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Harold (Harry) Hale MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Warrant Officer Class II Frederick Cardwell Hall MM
This Warrant Officer joined 8th Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment, RCA, CASF 21 May 1941 and has been Battery Sergeant-Major of 102nd Battery all through this campaign in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Throughout this period by his tireless energy, his own personal fearlessness and his good judgement he has shown outstanding leadership. He has never spared himself and has laboured always beyond the call of duty. His cheerfulness and coolness in all situations and conditions has always been a steadying influence on the men under his command. On 25/26 September 1944 on the Leopold Canal he steadied a troop of his battery who were subjected to heavy mortar fire and subsequently attacked by enemy infantry. He brought up more ammunition under heavy enemy fire and redisposed the sections so that defence was turned into attack and the enemy was forced to withdraw after suffering considerable casualties. This Warrant Officer’s service to this battery over a long period has been outstanding and an inspiration to all those with whom he has come in contact.
Gunner Albert Edward Halladay MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Thure Halvarson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Bert Hamilton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Walter James Hamblin MM with bar
On the night of 12^th/13^th January 1918, the raid was successful. During the wire cutting, Sgt Hamblin worked untiringly at his Mortars. He had just completed his tour in the line and was due for a rest, but asked to be allowed to remain for this special work. In spite of repeated enemy shelling he stuck to his task and set a splendid example to the men of his section. One of the mortars had to be moved on very short notice into an open position in order to better reach the wire and Sgt Hamblin’s detachment showed great skill and energy in getting this done. His work throughout was of a very high standard, and he is strongly recommended for the M.M.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Stuart Perry Hamilton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Scott Hamilton MM
This Gunner accompanied the Forward Observing Officer’s party during the battle of VIMY RIDGE on 9th of April, and acted as linesman. They were in a position established on the LILLE-ARRAS road, from which place he brought forward a supply of wire to enable the O.P. line to be pushed further forward. He repaired the line under heavy shell fire and throughout the day showed a resourcefulness and courage that were most commendable.
Driver Frank Ketchum Hamm MM
For great gallantry on the night of the 9th instant near WILLERVAL, where he was on duty packing ammunition to the 22nd Battery C.F.A. He was one of a party of 8, four of whom were killed and three wounded, including the N.C.O. in charge by the detonation of a large calibre shell against a brick wall nearby. By his promptitude in carrying the wounded to the dressing Station and caring for the animals even to the point of bringing his own wounded mules four miles back to the D.A.C. Camp he saved what was left of his party. The unusual and trying situation was handled magnificently by this Driver and I think him well worthy of decoration.
Farrier Sergeant John Wesley Hamm MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Roy William Hammond MM
Lance-Bombardier Hammond was the wireless operator for the Battery Commander of the 82 Battery, 14 Canadian Field Regiment on the 2 May 1945 when this battery was supporting the Highland Light Infantry attack across the River Ems and against Leer.During the assault the Brigade Headquarters was situated in a farm house very well forward and Lance-Bombardier Hammond’s wireless vehicle was hidden some distance away with a remote into the house. Just before H Hour the area of the headquarters was very heavily machine gunned and mortared with the result that the wireless truck was hit and the set put out of action. It was essential that communications be re-established at once. Lance-Bombardier Hammond immediately started back for his truck and despite the heavy mortaring managed to reach same and repair the damaged set. He then returned to Battalion Headquarters only to find that the remote line had been cut by shell fire. He again crossed the shell swept area [and] calmly repaired the line under what was by that time direct enemy fire. As a result of this man’s bravery, communications were re-established and the infantry received the much needed artillery support and the attack was able to proceed successfully.
Sergeant Alfred Hancock MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Warrant Officer Class I Herbert Hankins MM
On 9th April 1917, near ECURIE, Gnr. HANKINS with two other men were conspicuous for their gallantry under shell fire while constructing an Artillery route from our front line forward, By their energy and cheerfulness they did much to inspire their comrades, and expedite the completion of the work.
Sergeant Valentine William Henry Hansen MM
On the 19 Oct, 1944, The Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry established a bridgehead oveer the river PISCIATELLO for the advance oF 1 Canadian Division from the river RUBICON to the river SAVIO. M-3246 Gunner Vallentine William Henry HANSEN was a wireless operator for the Forward Observation Officer attached to the Battalion From 3 Canadian Field Regiment and operating with the “B” Company. This company, after crossing the PISCIATELLO, had reached MR 633091 when heavy enemy resistance was encountered from the position Along the CESENA – CERVIA road.
The advance had now become known to the enemy, and the whole area was subject to heavy shell fire, mortar and small arms fire. It was therefore essential to bring down neutralizing fire on the enemy positions to enable the advance to continue. Radio communication with the gun positions failed. Gunner Hansen, although realizing the danger of this task, immediately volunteered to take the information back to tactical Headquarters at the MR 626073. He crossed two miles of ground subjected to the enemy’s shell and small fire, and gave the information for the fire plan, as a result of which the battalion was able to continue the advance. The following day when the forward company reached the river SAVIO an Observation Post was established at the MR 591109. The area was under direct enemy observation and harassed by small arms fire during the crossing of the river. Later the enemy engaged the area with tank, nebelwerfer and artillery fire, the bombardment increasing in intensity as the operation developed. The closest support by artillery fire was an essential factor to the success of this operation. Although the radio vehicle was several times hit by splinters, Gunner Hansen refused to leave his post, nor would he consent to set up a ground station in a more covered position as he feared that the movement of his set might jeopardize the excellent communication already established with the gun position. He remained at his set for forty-eight hours, keeping it in continuous operation and enabling decisive artillery fire to be brought down materially assisting in the breaking up of at least two counter attacks.
Gunner John George Hanson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Victor Albert Hare MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harvey Wallace Harland MM
Near PASSCHENDAELE this man was a linesman, during the operations of November 6th, all the telephone lines forward of his section went down and could not be maintained. Communication was established by lamp up to his point, but it was imperative that his line to the rear be kept up as the lamp could not well be used over that portion of the ground. He managed to keep up the connection but only at a great personal risk time after time repairing his line in the heaviest barrage showing great courage and devotion to duty.
Gunner Frederic Courtney Harper MM
Has shown great gallantry in continually repairing and laying telephone wires under heavy shell fire, and constant good, since July.
Gunner Roy Robert Harper MM
This man was detailed to lay a portion of the line between intermediate stations in establishing communications on 15th Aug: 1917. He started out at 5.50 a.m. with wire and reached his area which was pointed out by an N.C.O. in charge and succeeded in laying his wire, although one of the party had been wounded when working his way forward through the barrage. When he had completed this work he noticed that the party who were to lay the first portion had all been wounded, causing a gap in the line of communication. He immediately doubled back and assisted the wounded men to a dugout. He returned and recovered the wire which he laid out. This was done on his own initiative as the Officers and the remainder of the party had gone on. Although exposed to hostile fire at all times, his thoughtful and courageous conduct made it possible for the first information to come through early in the attack.
Bombardier William Samuel Harper MM
For gallant and specially meritorious service. On the morning of April 9th 1917 Bdr. Harper followed up on the Infantry advance through the enemy barrage and laid a line to a forward O.P. on the VIMY RIDGE, establishing communication with the Battery and enabling effective fire to be brought to bear on hostile formations. Throughout the night this N.C.O. patrolled the line under heavy shell fire and repaired numerous breaks, setting at all time a splendid example of courage and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. was previously recommended for conspicuous gallantry and self sacrificing service as a linesman at COURCELETTE, but has received no reward.
Gunner Webster Rhodes Harrison MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John James Harrity MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Herbert Hartley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier George Frederick Hartwell MM
For gallant and meritorious conduct during bombardment in minor operations by the 4th. Can; Division on the 16th/17th Sept; 1916. The Mortar of which he was in charge was buried by explosion of enemy’s minenwerfer. He immediately dug his mortar out and got it into action again and finished the task allotted to him.
Gunner DG Harvard MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Haslam MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty on the night of September 5th/6th. Their battery was heavily shelled with gas shells, and communication with the O.P. cut in several places. This N.C.O. went out to an exposed position. Despite the extremely heavy fire and opened up communication wit the O.P. by means of visual signalling, staying there until communication was re-established by wire. This N.C.O. displayed the greatest courage and coolness and the information he sent back, and accepted, was of the greatest value to the battery.
Sergeant Frank Hatcher MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Charles Ernest Hatt MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Max Emil Hayden MM
For courage and devotion to duty. He was linesman on 15th and 16th Aug 1917. With two other linesman for 36 hours he went backwards and forwards over the telephone line, very often under heavy shell fire. By his untiring efforts communication was well maintained and much valuable information sent back.
Sergeant Henry Stuart Hayes MM
On the 17th/18th Oct; 1916. A gun pit of this Battery sustained a direct hit setting the ammunition on fire. Sgt Hayes in company with Sgt Little at great personal risk entered the gun pit and managed to put the ammunition that was on fire out. and remove the wounded gunner, who subsequently died.
Gunner Richard Hayes MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty from the 16th October to the 10th November 1917, near ZONNEBEKE. BELGIUM. This man was employed as battery fitter. Owing to the heavy shelling to which the guns were constantly subjected and also to the strain brought about by excessive fireing the battery had many guns disables or put out of action. This man, by his untiring energy kept a maximum of guns serviceable. He constantly often under heavy fire, made the minor repairs necessary to do this. In addition to his regular duty, he was always ready to relieve gunners who were fatigued and he nevre failed to answer an “S.O.S” by taking his place in a detachment. THE Services of this man, at a particularly critical time in the battery fighting history have been invaluable.
Gunner Chester Calvin Hays MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 2nd 1917, During an intense enemy bombardment the Headquarters, 5th Brigade, C.F.A. were blown in. On hearing calls for help Gnr. Hays. with two other Gunners immediately got shovels and were successful in freeing three Officers who were alive and Lieut-Colonel BRITTON and Major RIPLEY, who were found to be dead. This work took fifteen minutes to effect during which time the shelling was intense. one man being wounded, but they continued digging until the Officers were released. By their courageous action they undoubtedly saved the lives of the three officers.
Warrant Officer Class II Albert Edward Haywood MM
This Warrant Officer has been the Battery Sergeant-Major of 101 Battery 8 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment for over three years. During the fighting from Normandy right through to the end of the European war, he has given outstanding service. His example of steadiness in action, quick appreciation of conditions and readiness to assume responsibilities has several times rallied his men and successfully carried them through difficult situations. At Caen on 8 August 1944, when 101 Battery suffered very heavy casualties from bombing, this Warrant Officer assumed control, and while burning trucks and exploding ammunition were on every side, he kept everything moving along, clearing the area and evacuating casualties. At Moerbrugge on 13 September 1944, the regiment was for the first time placed in an infantry role, holding a bridgehead against considerable enemy opposition and infiltration tactics. He personally sited fire sections and individual snipers in their positions, repeatedly exposing himself to small arms fire and mortars. Similar action on his part took place along the Leopold Canal in October 1944; neat Lith on the Maas River in January 1945, and near the Kusten Canal on the closing days of hostilities. This Warrant Officer has thus won the absolute confidence of his battery officers and the troops he controls, and is in every way deserving of special commendation. His work has been consistently outstanding and through his devotion to duty his battery has been well disciplined and bears an enviable reputation.
Gunner John Frederick Head MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was acting as linesman with the F.O.O. and when the bombardment became so intense that a line could not be maintained, he operated a signalling lamp for ten hours under heavy fire. This was the only means of sending back information of vital importance. The great courage, coolness and devotion to duty displayed by this man enabled the Artillery to give effective support to our attacking troops.
Private Thomas Heaps MM
Great gallantry and devotion to duty June 2nd, 1916. Pte Heaps alone remained unwounded of the crew of one of the guns C.3.X.Btty. He served the gun alone until all the available ammunition was exhausted. Then, when the enemy were again upon him, he seized a rifle and joined with the Infantry in repelling the attack. He remained with the Infantry for a further 24 hours acting as a stretcher bearer.
Gunner Herbert Heaton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Harry MacLean Heckbert MM
On 12 July 1944 5 Canadian Field Regiment was deployed south of Carpiquet airfield. The area was under enemy observation and shelling commenced as soon as reconnaissance parties arrived on the position, and continued throughout the time the regiment remained. Sergeant Heckbert in his capacity as Non-Commissioned Officer in charge of Signals of 73 Canadian Field Battery was responsible for the maintenance of communication between the forward infantry and the guns, as well as the internal line communications within the battery and a link line to 5 Canadian Field Battery. The area covered by the cable routes was exposed, and movement brought down heavy shell and mortar fire. Sergeant Heckbert fully realized the importance of keeping communications open. With his maintenance crew, most of the time under heavy fire in flat, open country, he worked steadily for seven days. Due to his untiring efforts and excellent work, fire orders received prompt response and the infantry were invariably aided during several critical periods by the immediate artillery support made possible by Sergeant Heckbert’s unflagging courage and determination in ensuring communication. At the end of four days, Sergeant Heckbert asked for relief signallers to replace his crew but stayed on himself with the new team, to whom his fine spirit and fortitude were an immediate inspiration. Many times while this Non-Commissioned Officer and his crew were repairing a line, they were blanketed with gun fire causing more break, but due to his resourcefulness repairs were effected with maximum speed and minimum casualties. His complete disregard for personal safety in the face of enemy fire and his devotion to duty were exemplary. On another occasion the Battery Commander deployed an Observation Post at Verrieres. Due to enemy action communication both by wireless and line was broken. Sergeant Heckbert at considerable risk in daylight worked his way up to the Observation Post and repaired both the wireless and line. Within an hour communications were reestablished. During the arduous South Beveland campaign the reconnaissance parties of the regiment ran into an extensive minefield. The second-in-command was blown up, himself and a signaller being mortally wounded. Sergeant Heckbert on seeing this brought up stretchers and organized their evacuation. Unfortunately he and his party were themselves blown up, but his behaviour in this dangerous situation was outstanding. This Non-Commissioned Officer’s conduct in action has at all times been outstanding. His courage and cheerful determination were an inspiring example to his men and he has made a substantial contribution to his regiment’s efficiency in battle.
Gunner Austen Clarence Hemsley MM
On May 22, 1944 Gunner Austin Clarence Hemsley was wireless operator with the artillery representative whose battery was supporting “D” Company of the Carleton and York Regiment. The Infantry task at this time was to break through the Adolf Hitler Line near Pontecorvo. Early in the action the enemy mortar and shell fire was concentrated in the area surrounding Gnr. Hemsley’s vehicle. A tank alongside his vehicle received three direct hits from enemy shells. With complete disregard for his own safety this gunner continued passing urgent artillery fire orders throughout the shelling. Later in the engagement while crossing the Melfa River, Gnr. Hemsley’s radio equipment was destroyed by mortar fire, but he continued to carry messages on foot through heavy enemy shelling. During the occupation of Torele this gunner accompanied his signal NCO on fourteen night sorties, to repair the line to the observation post. They were almost continually under enemy small arms and mortar fire. Gunner Hemsley’s work throughout the entire action was of the highest order. His devotion to duty in maintaining communications at all times was an inspirating example to both gunners and infantry alike.
Gunner Magnus Robert Henderson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Thomas Smith Henderson MM
For gallant conduct and devotion to duty. On 6th November this N.C.O. with Bdr Defreiz, maintained communication between the O.P. and the Battery for 12 hours, continually under very heavy shell fire, on several occasions going through an intense enemy barrage to repair the wire. The work performed by this N.C.O. ever since the unit has been in this area has been consistently good and gallant.
Gunner Wilfred John Henderson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Thomas Aird Hendry MM
He accompanied and assisted Lieut, Mc Murty throughout his operations. He has one consistent good work in forward observations tasks under difficult conditions during the past four months.
Sergeant James Henry MM
On 28th February 1918, Sgt Henry kept his gun in action during an aeroplane shoot on an enemy mortar, though his position was being heavily shelled until he and three others of his gun detachment were wounded. Although very seriously wounded, Sgt Henry ordered the men who were attending to him to look after the others first, and, while his wounds were being dressed, he urged the remainder of his men to leave him, put the gun into action, and continued shooting, thus showing a complete disregard for his personal safety, great devotion to duty, and a splendid example to his men.
Gunner Thomas Benjamin Hudson Hepburn MM
For courageous work. On Aug: 17th 1917 the battery line was cut by shell-fire and the above mentioned man and 91055 Gnr. PRECIOUS immediately started out to make repairs. They found the line practically cut to pieces. At the time a heavy bombardment of gas and H.E.Shells was being laid down. These two men carried on their repairs throughout the heaviest of this barrage. Shortly after this Gunner Precious was seriously wounded and Gunner Hepburn knowing that our S.O.S. signal had been responded to, started back with Precious to the Dressing Station. Precious had great difficulty in walking and Gnr. HEPBURN had practically to carry him. HEPBURN applied First Aid to the wound and got another man to assist him in taking Precious along the rest of the way. As soon as Precious had been taken to the Dressing Station Hepburn got another linesman from the Battery and continued repairing the line, working continually until 6.0.am., when at last they established communication. During most of the time he was under very heavy shell fire where most of the repairs had to be made a tremendous bombardment of Gas shells was in progress. His Flesh in several places was burned by gas.
Driver Harold Wier Hibbard MM
For courage and determination, during the operations on PASSCHENDAELE on the night of Nov. 6/7th 1917. ,Dvr HIBBARD exhibited the greatest enthusiasm and devotion to duty in packing ammunition to the guns of 35th Battery, the most forward Howitzer position of the 3r C..A. the roads and approaches being subjected to heavy shelling by shrapnel, H.E. and gas. During the whole operations this Driver’s willing conduct was a valuable example and a great help in maintaining the morale of the battery. A number of times he volunteered for duty when it was his time to rest.
Corporal Ansley Samuel Hicks MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Sidney John Hicks MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Robert Newmarch Hickson MM
For general good service during 12 months in the field, especially in connection with the supply of ammunition, in which he displayed great fearlessness and resource in different and dangerous circumstances.
Sergeant Wilfred George Higgins MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Philip Noel Higley MM
On 23 May 1944, B.13132 Bombardier Phillip Noel Higley was a wireless operator with the Forward Observation Officer whose battery was supporting the assault of the Carleton and York Regiment on the Adolf Hitler Line. After the initial breakthrough of the Adolf Hitler Line the enemy launched a counter-attack in the areas of Map Reference 740189.
Bombardier Higley, with complete disregard for his own safety, remained at his wireless set and continued to pass urgent artillery fire orders. During the ensuing encounter this Non-Commissioned Officer was exposed to enemy sniper fire, mortars and tank machine gun fire. Later in the day the enemy launched another counter-attack and once again Bombardier Higley refused to leave his set and continued to pass necessary fire orders throughout the engagement.
This Non-Commissioned Officer’s personal bravery, coolness under fire and untiring efforts to maintain communications were contributing factors to the success of the action.
Gunner David Hill MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier George Robert Lyle Hill MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3rd. This N.C.O. displayed great coolness and gallantry during the operations of May 3rd, in keeping up telephone lines continually under extreme heavy shell fire and gas. He set a fine example to the men of whom he was in charge.
Corporal Joseph Bernard Hill MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3rd 1917. This N.C.O. was in charge of the linesmen and kept patrolling the lines despite the intense shell fire and not only supervised the repairing of the lines but also carried messages from the Brigade to the other Batteries whose lines were cut. The lines were continuously being broken but communications were never lost for more than a few minutes at a time, Cpl. HILL by his splendid display of courage and coolness under heavy shell fire set a magnificent example to the men in his charge.
Gunner Robert Hilliard MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Ashton Stayby Hines MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harris Roland Hines MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Robert Gordon Hodge MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 2nd 1917, During an intense enemy bombardment the Headquarters, 5th Brigade, C.F.A. were blown in. On hearing calls for help Gnr. Hodge. with two other Gunners immediately got shovels and were successful in freeing three Officers who were alive and Lieut-Colonel BRITTON and Major RIPLEY, who were found to be dead. This work took fifteen minutes to effect during which time the shelling was intense. one man being wounded, but they continued digging until the Officers were released. By their courageous action they undoubtedly saved the lives of the three officers.
Bombardier Ernest Hodgkinson MM
Bombardier Hodgkinson has been employed as an Observation Post assistant and signaller in almost all the major actions of the Essex Scottish Regiment in Northwest Europe. At Putte, in Holland, on October 10, 1944, Bombardier Hodgkinson assisted his Troop Commander in holding the town by artillery fire until and infantry company could come up and take control; for this exploit his Troop Commander was awarded the Military Cross. At Louisendorff, on 19 February 1945, Bombardier Hodgkinson’s officer was forced to leave the vehicle from which he was directing fire to organize the infantry. This officer was subsequently wounded and taken prisoner. Bombardier Hodgkinson carried on in his Observation Post vehicle despite concentrated and accurate direct and indirect fire, and maintained communication with the regiment until he was ordered to withdraw. During the time he has been in the front line, Bombardier Hodgkinson has experienced innumerable periods of intense enemy artillery and small arms fire. He has always performed his duties with a sense of great personal responsibility and has acted in the closer engagements with the enemy with absolute efficiency, coolness and heroism. His behaviour has been an inspiration to everyone who has ever worked with him and his complete mastery of wireless has been an invaluable contribution to may operations of the battalion.
Gunner Joseph Hogan MM
On the afternoon of 15 October 1944, the gun area of 8 Canadian Field Regiment (Self-Propelled) Royal Canadian Artillery was subjected to heavy and concentrated shell fire. Casualties to personnel and destruction of equipment were suffered. The guns continued in action without interruption, carrying out fire tasks called for in support of our forward troops.
A troop ammunition dump was hit twice and started to blaze fiercely, The dump consisted of approximately 400 round of 105 mm ammunition and were liable to detonate momentarily. Gunner Hogan, on his own initiative, proceeded to the dump and commenced vigorously to fight the flames with a fire extinguisher. When the extinguisher was expended, he continued fighting the fire by removing burning rounds and extinguishing the flames in the mud. He removed some twenty-five rounds in this way and continued unaided in his task despite his hands being badly burned and despite the continued shelling of the troop position. All personnel on the immediate position were required at their posts as the guns were engaging targets, and by the time assistance arrived, Gunner Hogan had completely extinguished the fire. His courageous and timely action prevented the detonation of this ammunition which would have put two guns out of action and caused serious casualties. By his action, a reduction of the regiment’s fire power was prevented at a time when supporting fire was urgently required by our forward troops.
Driver Edwin Holbrooke MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty near ZONNEBEKE on Nov.2nd 1917 when he carried gas blankets to his battery through a very heavily shelled area, both gas and H.E. The courage, resourcefulness displayed by this man was instrumental in saving a number of men in his battery being gassed.
Bombardier Joseph William Holford MM with bar
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. was in charge of a party of signallers who followed immediately in the wake of the assaulting Infantry, to establish communication from the front line of the newly won position. He was on duty for 48 hours without rest. His work in maintaining communication under exceptionally heavy shell
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Farrier Sergeant Henry John Holland MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Arthur Albert Holmes MM
On 15 February 1945 “B” Troop, 5 Canadian Medium Regiment, was given a task as a sniping troop. The position was about four miles west of Russi, Italy, on the west bank of the Lamone River. For nine days the troop was in action in this position, taking on all tasks assigned to it and living in constant expectation of swift and severe retaliation from the enemy. However, it was not until the last day in the position that the enemy located the troop position with sufficient accuracy to make their counter-battery effective. On that day at 1100 hours “B” Troop was firing a harassing fire task when suddenly an enemy concentrations of 105s came down on the position. Sergeant Holmes calmly continued to direct the fire of his gun, in spite of the fact that three enemy shells landed on the front slope of his gun pit. Sergeant Holmes has always shown a high degree of personal courage under fire, and constantly carried out all his work in a highly efficient manner, and has shown devotion to his men and to his job, above and beyond the call of duty.
Acting Corporal Blair Edward Holmes MM
On 2 September 1944, “A” Company [Troop] of 1 Canadian Anti-Aircraft Battalion was attacking a ridge near Tomba di Pesaro. Private Holmes was in the leading platoon, which as it reached its objective found itself cut off from the others and under severe mortar and machine gun fire. The platoon established itself on the reverse side of the slope and although outnumbered by the enemy withstood a strong counter-attack. By this time the casualties had been heavy and the stretcher-bearer had been wounded.
Private Holmes immediately volunteered to get a medical carrier which he had sighted. He ran 500 yards over open ground under enemy machine gun fire to bring it. The carrier had gone when he arrived. Observing from there the position of three enemy machine gun posts he returned over the open ground, still under enemy fire, and reported this information to his platoon commander. By this time friendly troops were seen approaching on the flank toward the enemy machine gun posts, and Private Holmes volunteered again to get the information to them. At great danger to himself he crossed the open ground once more and reached them, and returned with stretcher bearers for his platoon. Throughout these trips he was continually exposed to machine gun fire. As his section commander had been wounded, Private Holmes then took over his section and commanded it for the rest of the action with great determination and courage.
In this action Private Holmes displayed the highest qualities of courage, determination and devotion to duty. His initiative was responsible for getting medical aid to his platoon and valuable information to flanking troops, who were successful in knocking out the enemy machine gun positions.
Bombardier Thomas Carlyle Holmes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Eustace Otto Holt MM
This N.C.O. came from Canada with his unit, and has served continually with the rank of Sgt until employed at this Office on the 30thSept; 1915. He embarked for France with the 1st, Division in February 1915 and served with his Battery at St Julien, the second Battle of Ypres, Festubert, Givenchy? And Ploegstreet. His Battery Commander reported very well on him. Since taking over the duties of clerk he has been indefatigable in his work which he has carried out most efficiently.
Gunner Jack Holtzman MM
Gunner Jack Holtzman was signaller to his captain on the assault wave. After his captain was wounded he carried on and called forward the tanks of the RAMS to knock out an enemy pill box which had opened up on the rear of the Regina Rifles. He directed fire successfully and neutralized the enemy, thus enabling our own infantry to engage the enemy frontally with confidence and energy. Gunner Holtzman’s actions, under heavy fire and most difficult conditions play an effective part in the success of the operations.
Bombardier Gordon Eben Hooper MM
This N.C.O. was in charge of a 2” Trench Mortar in an open position practically in our front line. The position was under enemy observation and every time the mortar was fired the enemy retaliated on it. Although the position was three times hit by hostile shelling, Bomb. HOOPER got the mortar in action again, and by his determination and fearlessness under shell fire fired over 500 bombs in ten days and thereby demolished the wire on the zone of his mortar.
Lance Sergeant Albert Hope MM
On 23 December 1943 during the street fighting in Ortona (Map Reference 3316) two companies of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment put in an attack to clear the enemy from the town square. The progress of the assault was held up by heavy fire from the buildings dominating the square. Bombardier Hope was in command of an anti-tank gun. Seeing the situation, he had his gun towed forward by a tank and when the tank was help up, manhandled it forward under very heavy fire into a position from which he engaged the enemy machine gun and mortar posts so effectively that the infantry were able to capture the square. The courage and coolness of this Non-Commissioned Officer under fire were of the highest order while his resource and initiative contributed greatly to the success of the attack.
Sergeant William Ernest Hopper MM
Sergeant Hopper, 5 Canadian Medium Battery, 3 Canadian Medium Regiment has been a Gun Sergeant during operations in Northwest Europe up to the conclusion of hostilities. Throughout he has consistently been a source of drive and encouragement to the men of his sub-section. Under the most difficult and trying conditions of mud and flood he has shown skill and determination in getting his gun in and out of action. In July 1944 at Fauberg de Vaucelles, France, 2 Canadian Infantry Division on our right flank was being heavily counter-attacked. Sergeant Hopper’s battery was the only artillery in position to fire on it. Sixty rounds gun fire were ordered on a defensive fire task. His gun at this time had become the main point of impact of two enemy 17-centimetre guns which were shelling his position. Sergeant Hopper showed great gallantry and devotion to duty in that he kept his gun firing without breaking the interval. Despite the fact that three enemy shells actually landed in and on the edge of his gun pit, Sergeant Hopper ordered his gun crew to use anti-tank gun drill and organized his men to put out ammunition fires. As a result his gun fired its 60 rounds suffering no serious casualties. During the whole course of these operations, Sergeant Hopper has been an inspiration and personal example to the men of his troo
Sergeant Calvin Edwin Horsman MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On 15th Aug: 1917 this N.C.O with two telephonists kept up their own communications from a forward observation post, and the information they sent in was of the greatest value. This N.C.O. located and reported the routes used by enemy troops for counter-attacks; on six different occasions gave the location of troops massing which their Group engaged with excellent results and reported the location of a 77 MM gun shooting point blank at our infantry, so that one of our batteries was enabled, with his observation, to deal effectively with it. He also reported on all concentration shoots during the day which enabled our artillery to make the necessary alterations preparatory to night concentrations. Sgt. HORSMAN remained on duty continuously for forty-eight hours, during which period he was under constant enemy shell and machine gun fire and rendered invaluable services, dealing with all situations with the greatest coolness and dispatch.
Bombardier Harry William Horwill MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the 15th inst., during an enemy counter attack when it was essential that fire should be maintained, the sub section of which Bdr.HORWILL was gun CAPTAIN was subjected to sever shelling which cause the death of one man and wounded two others. The detachment continued to work its gun in spite of this shelling until it was put out of action by a shell. Bdr.HORWILL was wounded in the leg but said nothing until he head helped to remove and attend to the other casualties. The very excellent behaviour of this detachment was largely due to Bdr. HORWILL’S example of coolness and devotion to duty.
Gunner William Alfred Hoshal MM
This man with others on the morning of November 3rd 1917, formed the personnel of two gun crews that went into action. These two crews kept their guns in action although during the whole period the area within a radius of 500 yards was subjected to a continuous bombardment with shells that were coming in at an average rate of twenty per minute. Ammunition was set on fire in the position and one of the shells was so close that the Gunners were knocked down by the force of the explosion. An N.C.O. and the Gunners with conspicuous bravery stuck to their guns, and maintained fire. They were absolutely without cover, and miraculously escaped injury. Within three minutes of withdrawing the men from their guns, one of the guns was hit and the whole shattered.
Gunner Alexander Francis Lyall Houison MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Albert Paget Hourd MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty during the operations of Oct; 21st 1916. He rendered valuable service in maintaining an air line from the advanced Observation Post to his Battery, this line being the only communication from the Bde to the front trenches. His work being done in the open under extremely heavy shell fire.
Gunner Frank Bowell Houston MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty during the operationsOct: 8th 1916, this gunner acted as linesman from his Battery to the Forward Observation Post and maintained his line under exceptionally heavy shell fire and machine gun fire, maintaining perfect communication until the operations were completed being seriously wounded later in the day.
Gunner Percival John Howard MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Samuel Howard MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Brakeland Howarth MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Herbert Leonard Howe MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He acted as a runner between Bde Hdqrs. and the Batty in advanced position a distance of two miles, which was under heavy shell fire most of the time. On the night 26th/27th Oct: he made two journeys to the Btty with important orders, the latter taking him 4 hours in the dark. He had already made two journeys during the day. He was thus continuously on duty for 24 hours without sleep, and finished his tour of duty until relieved, when he had to report sick with a severe cold.
Sergeant Chester Arthur Hughes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Walter Hughes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Edward Hulek MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Gerald Mansfield Humby MM with Bar
On 5 January 1945 Gunner Humby was signaller with a Forward Observation party of 2 Canadian Medium Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery, west of Ravenna, Italy in the Alfonsine area. The party was in support of the King’s Royal Rifle Corps which was being subjected to continual counter attacking, shelling and mortar fire. All line communication had been destroyed and all artillery fire had to be called for by wireless. At 0800 hours Gunner Humby’s radio broke down. Repairs could only be obtained from a company headquarters some half mile to the rear. As a counter-attack was expected momentarily it was imperative that the radio be repaired forthwith. Gunner Humby voluntarily left immediately to get the necessary spare parts. The most direct route was under enemy observation; acting this, Gunner Humby made his way back under intense shelling and mortaring. In one instance he was forced to take cover in a barn till the shelling slackened. The barn itself was badly hit and Gunner Humby was buried under the debris. He dug himself out, severely bruised and shaken and continued on the company headquarters. here he obtained the spare parts his radio required and, refusing to wait for medical attention, returned to his party. On the return journey he was several times knocked over and momentarily stunned by close shell and mortar bursts. On arriving at his post Gunner Humby speedily repaired his radio in time to pass fire orders bringing don fire on another counter-attack. Gunner Humby’s devotion to duty, coolness under fire and complete disregard for personal danger was an inspiration to all and instrumental in inflicting many casualties on the enemy. He has shown the same devotion to duty in the many actions he has been engaged in with this regiment.
Bar to the Military Medal –  This man has been an Observation Post Signaller since 2 Canadian Medium Regiment went into action. At all times he has carried out his duties regardless of circumstances with efficiency and courage, in both the Italian and North West European theatres. During the period 1-9 January 1945 while his officer was manning an observation post north of Mezzano, the enemy attacked with two battalions. The observation post was by-passed and the whole area was subjected to heavy mortar and small arms fire. At this point communication with the guns was lost due to damage to the radio set. Necessary parts to effect repairs were four hundred away and the route in full view of the enemy. Gunner Humby without hesitation went back, procured the parts and returned to the observation post. During all this time he was subject to continual mortar and small arms fire. Communications were quickly re-established and effective fire brought to bear on the enemy, thereby making a direct contribution toward breaking up the enemy attack. This gunner by his gallantry and determination under fire upheld the best traditions of the Royal Canadian Artillery.
Farrier Sergeant John Hunter MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver John Purdon Hunter MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Robert Hurry MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sapper Fraser Peter Hutchinson MM
In recognition of distinguished services in the field
Gunner Ralph Burton Hutchinson MM
On the night of 17th/18th Aug: 1917 when three S.O.S. signals were sent in Gnr HUTCHINSON remained on duty from 5.p.m. to 6.a.m. patrolling the wire and keeping it open under heavy shell fire. This work enabled his Brigade to keep in touch with the developments at a very critical time and is a great example of bravery and devotion to duty.
Corporal Thomas Hutchison MM
This N.C.O. went forward on the 29th September, 1918, during the operations on the CAMBRAI front, in charge of a 6” “NEWTON” Trench Mortar in close support of the Infantry. A position was taken up in SANCOURT from which were engaged enemy machine guns and the railway in front of BLECOURT. The Mortar was constantly under enemy shell fire, but this N.C.O. showed the greatest determination to keep it in action, and fired a large number of rounds, It was only through his splendid example and zeal that the task was completed.
Gunner William Raymond Hyde MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Nyall Denis Hyndman MM
Gunner Hyndman has served continuously throughout 18 months in action with 2 Canadian Field Regiment in Italy and Northwestern Europe. At all times he has displayed outstanding courage and devotion to duty combined with a high standard of proficiency as a radio telephonist operator. These qualities have on many occasions played a large part in assisting the infantry to gain their objectives. On one occasion early on 5 September 1944, “D” Company of 48th Highlanders of Canada with a Forward Observation Officer and his party, including Gunner Hyndman, was advancing across a gully and up an exposed slope where on approaching the objective, the party came under such devastating cross-fire from concealed machine guns and snipers that the forward platoon of the company was forced to move to a more advantageous position. The remainder of the company, although still under heavy machine gun and mortar fire, endeavoured to get forward to cover in a house. Gunner Hyndman hid his set by a haystack, and with his officer ran to the house to see what the infantry plan was and if observation of the enemy was possible. In the house they learned that the infantry’s No.18 set had been knocked out by enemy fire, and that the position was becoming untenable as the enemy were closing in. Gunner Hyndman immediately volunteered to go for his set so that communications could be re-established. In the face of withering enemy fire, and with complete disregard for his own personal safety, Gunner Hyndman went back to the location where the set had been left, and then returned with it through heavy shell fire and mortaring. Communications were then re-established and artillery fire was brought down, enabling the company to regroup and move to a more advantageous position. Gunner Hyndman’s courageous actions and determination in battle have materially contributed to the success of many campaigns both in Italy and in Holland and have been an inspiration to all who have served with him.
Gunner George Herbert Imrie MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Charles Partelam Ingraham MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Percy Ingram MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Herold Ernest Isles MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Andrew Jackson MM
Marked devotion to duty in maintaining and repairing telephone lines under heavy shell fire.
Corporal Eustace Cleveland Jacob MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered
Corporal George Jackson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Frederick Arthur Jackson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Stewart Jackson MM
Since 15 November 1944 “B” Troop, 6 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment has been deployed as part of the anti-aircraft defences of the vitally important Nijmegen bridge. Continuous line communication to each gun site protecting this vulnerable point were essential in order that the necessary fire control could be exercised by Troop Headquarters. As senior signaller of the Troop, the maintenance of these communications demanded Gunner Jackson’s constant attention. On one occasion between 3-9 December the Troop area was subjected to persistent and heavy enemy shell fire. Lines were continually being cut and it was necessary for Gunner Jackson to remain on duty under extremely hazardous conditions for long periods with little or no rest in order to keep the line intact. During one particular spell of twelve hours, one hundred and eight-six rounds fell in the immediate area and a new line while in the process of being laid from three of the gun sites was cut in six places before the signallers reached Troop Headquarters. Undaunted by the shell fire, Gunner Jackson re-established communications to the guns by locating the breaks and effecting the necessary repairs to the line. Many times the spirit in which this gunner has performed his duties has been an outstanding example to the Troop.
Lance Bombardier Alfred Jacques MM
On 24 February 1945, the battery was deployed at Louisedendorf, Germany. The Battery Command Post was established temporarily in a battered house, and the wireless set next to a gaping hole in the wall. Shortly after occupying the house, the enemy began shelling and mortaring the village square all around the Command Post. Lance-Bombardier Jacques remained at his post and kept communications to regimental headquarters through. A few hours later he volunteered to relieve the harassed signallers who had been trying to lay telephone cables across the shell-bitten fields. His performance on that occasion was impressive and he succeeded in getting the line through to both troops under very heavy shell and mortar fire. Lance-Bombardier Jacques on that occasion showed devotion in excess of duty, and only through his courage could communication be kept at a time when fire was urgently required by the infantry supported.
Gunner Frederick Johnson MM
For special gallantry in carrying out repairs to telephone lines under heavy shell fire on 9th an 10th April, 1917, near ECURIE during and after the attack on VIMY RIDGE.
Sergeant Morris Jacob MM
For continuous good and meritorious service in the field during the past twelve months, and for gallant conduct while under fire.
Lance Sergeant Irvin Lee Johnson MM
On 21 July 1944 Lance-Sergeant Johnson was in charge of a 17-pounder anti-tank gun sited in the Camerons of Canada [Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada] area at St.Andre-sur-Orne. Seven hull-down enemy Panther tanks were at the time engaging our infantry from low ground directly in front. After reconnaissance of the enemy tank position had been made, Lance-Sergeant Johnson with his crew was specially selected to manhandle a 17-pounder gun forward, so that sniping fire could be brought to bear on these tanks with a view to destroying them. In spite of the fact that this forward gun position and the approach to it were in full view of the enemy and under constant machine gun and shell fire, Lance-Sergeant Johnson successfully brought his gun forward into action and, until severely wounded, personally directed its fire, which up to the time of his wounding had knocked out three of the enemy tanks. By his disregard for his own safety and his leadership and command under heavy fire throughout this most hazardous operation, Lance-Sergeant Johnson to a great extent was personally responsible for the breaking up of the enemy tank group and removal of the armoured threat to our infantry.
Gunner Robert Johnson MM
On the afternoon of the 9thNovember he was sent to the Forward Observation Station near to assist in carrying pigeons for use during the attack on the following day. On the morning of the 10th a direct hit by a large shell killed and wounded all the runners at the observation station. Gunner JOHNSON showed great coolness and devotion to duty on several occasions by volunteering to carry messages to Report Centre, each time successfully working his way through the heavy shell fire. He assisted in removing the wounded to a place of safety. By his cheerful manner and total disregard for personal danger throughout the day he was of great assistance not only to his own Officer but to the Infantry Officers as well.
Sergeant William Hill Johnson MM
During an S.O.S. on Nov: 3rd 1917, at the battery position East of Ypres, although being heavily shelled he kept his detachment together and continued to serve his guns after the batteries on his immediate right and left had driven to cover. He also extinguished a fire amongst his ammunition.
Corporal Arthur Charles Johnston MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Johnston MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John MacQueen Johnston MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty on the night of Oct.29/30 1917, during operations preceding the taking of PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE while packing ammunition to 22nd Bty CFA. Although caught in a very heavy hostile barrage Dvr.JOHNSTON not only delivered all their ammunition but carried a wounded comrade to an advanced dressing station where he could be handled by ambulance, he also pulled a machine gunner out of a shell hole despite the intense shelling, dressing his wounds, but he died before he could remove him. This N.C.O., displayed the greatest courage, coolness, and devotion to duty.
Gunner Kenneth Burns Johnston MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Ofi Onus Johnston MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Merritt Elmer Johnston MM
On 18 September 1945, 70 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Battery, 8 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment was employed in an infantry role holding an important sector of the Leopold Canal near Moerkerke, Belgium, with outposts established along the canal bank. At approximately 1800 hours one outpost occupying a house on the canal bank reported it was pinned down by machine gun fire from enemy positions on both sides of the canal and surrounded by a strong enemy patrol on its own side of the canal.
Sergeant Johnston was despatched with a patrol of ten men to clear the area. As he approached the outpost he proceeded forward alone to reconnoitre and encountered a patrol of ten Germans who were blocking the route. Realizing the need for prompt action, he personally attacked this patrol with his Bren gun, killed four of its members and took one prisoner. The remainder of the enemy surrounding the outpost dispersed and withdrew. Them still under machine gun fire from across the canal, Sergeant Johnston proceeded into the house which was burning. His prompt action coupled with his complete disregard for his own personal was undoubtedly responsible for the withdrawal of the enemy patrol, re-establishment of the outpost position, and by preventing the enemy’s obtaining a foothold there, the continued domination of the canal at this point. As a result of his aggressive attack no further enemy patrolling was attempted in this sector and the preparations for the major attack which was subsequently launched were carried out unobserved.
​Company Quartermaster Sergeant Robert Johnston MM
For resourcefulness, bravery and coolness displayed in the discharge of his duty as N.C.O. i/c Train transport details, on the night of August 7-8th, 1917. In spite of heavy shell-fire which mortally wounded the driver of the rear team and one of his horses and caused other lesser casualties, and although partially buried by falling brick and debris, Sergt Johnstone extricated the driver from beneath the surviving horse, accompanied him and a wounded brakeman to a place of security, removed the injured horse, and then returned to salvage the waggon.
Farrier Sergeant John Clifford Johnstone MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Robert Johnstone MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty from 16th October to 10th November 1917 near ZONNEBEKE, BELGIUM. This N.C.O. is employed as battery fitter. During the above period the wastage in guns was abnormally high through hostile shelling and through excessive wear caused by constant firing. This N.C.O. who is an exceptionally clever mechanic, did everything within his power to keep guns in action an to overcome the obstacles with which he was confronted. In aition to his regular duties, he always jumped in to take a place on a gun crew, if he saw that, through casualties, a detachment was short handed. His keen sense of duty stamps him as an N.C.O. of very fine character, and his services are valuable to his battery commander in a tight place.
Sergeant Gordon Brown Jonah MM
On 14 September 1944, “C” Troop, 15 Battery, 7 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment was giving flank protection to tanks and infantry of 1 Canadian Infantry Division on the advance to establish a bridgehead over the River Ausa. As one of the self-propelled guns moved forward to take up position, a Tiger tank, concealed behind a house, opened fire at short range. The self-propelled gun was hit and disabled. One of the crew was instantly killed and the remainder were badly wounded. Sergeant Jonah, who was the gun commander, suffered a broken arm and serious chest wounds. Despite these wounds, without regard for his own safety and in face of intense machine gun fire from the enemy tank, Sergeant Jonah extricated himself and dragged one of his wounded comrades out of the gun turret and across the open ground to safety. Then, while the enemy fire continued and as he was no longer physically able to help the others, Sergeant Jonah left his cover to obtain assistance. He crawled across a ploughed field in search of his Troops Commander and only when he had reported the loss of the self-propelled gun and the position of the wounded did he allow himself to receive medical attention. By his brave and unselfish action while painfully wounded Sergeant Jonah saved the lives of the wounded members of the gun crew. His conduct is worthy of the highest praise.
Gunner Harry Nelson Jonah MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Claude Richard Jordan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal P W Josey MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Joseph Ralph Joy MM
On 9th April, 1917, near ECURIE, Dvr.JOY with two other men were conspicuous for their gallantry under shell fire while constructing an Artillery route from our front line forward. By their energy and cheerfulness they did much to inspire their comrades and expedite the completion of the work.
Gunner Thomas Judge MM
During the operations of the 6th and 10th November this man was employed as a cook. On both ays his cookhouse receive a direct hot from enemy shells, from which he barely escaped, an although his place was reduce to debris, immediately went to work in the most cheerful manner, and with utter disregard for self, prepared a hot meal for the fatigued gunners.
Gunner Arthur Lee June MM
For conspicuous gallantry in the field near “PASSCHENDAELE” on November 13th, 1917, during a heavy concentration of enemy artillery on a battery position at “KANSAS CROSSING” the battery was forced to take cover. All men were clear of the shelled area except one, who was wounded. Gunner JUNE returne to the position, assisted the wounded man to a little cover, and dressed his wounds, all the while under heavy shellfire an then assisted him clear of the shelled area and to a dressing station.
Corporal George Edward Kadwill MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty on November 6th 1917, near ZONNEBEKE, BELGIUM. This N.C.O. by reason of heavy casualties was senior at the battery position. On the evening of 6th Nov “S.O.S” was received while the battery was being shelled. The gunners had been cleared to a flank to take shelter in a “Pill Box”. This N.C.O. showed fine leadership by the prompt way with which he got the gunners back to man the guns.
Bombardier Goron Melvin Kappler MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty during the operations on August 21st 1917. Although the lines from cable head to F.O.O. were continuously being cut this N.C.O. patrolled and kept them in repair although he had to continually pass and re-pass through very heavy enemy barrages. When the line was practically demolished, he obtained more wire from the battery and laid a new line. On one of his trips he found two wounded men and brought them on to dressing station. The coolness, courage, and devotion to duty displayed by this N.C.O. was of great value to his battery.
Bombardier William Karstens MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Hugh Reid Kay MM
For great devotion to duty and specially meritorious service at VIMY. On the night of 27th April 1917, the communications of the Battery came under heavy and continuous shell fire and were cut. The enemy barrage lay across one portion of the O.P. telephone line, but this man went out and repaired the line. On many occasions he has carried out his duties as linesman with the greatest determination and coolness.
Gunner John Keegan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Francis Joseph Kehoe MM
During the preliminary bombardment terminating on April 8th 1917, at VIMY, this gunner acted as runner and maintained communication between HEAVY BATTERY and forward positions through heavy shell fire, displaying great courage and devotion to duty, being frequently called upon to cross barraged areas by day and by night.
Gunner George Alfred Kelly MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty at FARBUS during the operations of May 3rd/9th 1917. When acting as linesman with Spr. WHEELER W.B. from forward report centre to Brigades during the operations of May 3/9th, these linesmen continued to repair lines, crossing through several enemy barrages, and remained on duty during nights when enemy continued to shell area with gas shells. These two linesmen by their great courage were largely instrumental in keeping communications open between the Brigades and Divisional Artillery Headquarters.
Gunner James McDowall Kelly MM
For gallantry and exemplary devotion to duty during operations near Courcelette from 5th Sept; to 20th Nov;. He has been unceasing in his labours at maintaining the Brigade telephone lines in the shelled area frequently under heavy artillery fire. His example of energy fearlessness and cheerfulness under all circumstances have been most valuable as an inspiration to those working with him and have been largely conducive to the very successful maintenance of the Bde communications during the period in question.
Bombardier Robert Cecil Kelly MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered
Gunner John Long Kelso MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Murdock Archibald Kennedy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Roy Leslie Kennedy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Patrick Keogh MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Julian Patrick Keoughan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Howard Edward Kerr MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Robert Donald Kerr MM
During operation BLOCKBUSTER, on the 26 Feb 45, L/Bdr Robert Donald Kerr was one of the artillery signallers responsible for maintaining line communication to a Forward Observation Officer with the Regiment de la Chaudiere. At 1500 hours 26 Feb 45 the Regiment de la Chaudiere after seven hours of bitter fighting were held up short of their last objective. All communications to the left forward company had broken down. It was essential that this objective be taken before Phase II of Operation BLOCKBUSTER could be launched. To do this communications had to be opened to this forward company and a new fire plan prepared. L/Bdr Kerr, on foot, crossed a field swept by enemy machine gun and mortar fire to lay a line to the company which he established just 24 minutes before the zero Hour set for the attack. At times during this daring action his jacket was pierced in several places by shrapnel. However, without utter disregard to his own safety L/Bdr Kerr continued on foot and established the all essential communications. Due to his gallant action, the artillery plan involving two field regiments, one medium battery and two heavy batteries was co-ordinated with the infantry attack, the final objective taken, enabling Phase II of the operation to be launched.
Sergeant Robert Kewley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Edmund Francis Key MM
For gallantry and courage he displayed on the 14th November 1917. A shell landed on a large pile of ammunition, causing a terrific explosion which killed and wounded a large number of Gunners, Drivers and horses, and set fire to two motor lorries, and a large dump of ammunition (in boxes) on the road. On hearing cries of wounded men coming from the flames of the burning lorries this man at once ran to the rescue, while nearly everyone else in the vicinity was running away from the still burning shells. He entered the flaming area again and again and succeeded in finding and ragging out six R.F.A. Gunners all severely wounded, and with their clothing already on fire. He rolled the wounded men in the mud to extinguish the flames and carried them out of the danger zone. He then returned to the still furiously burning lorries and searched for mor live men among the dead. He did not leave until ordered to do so. A few seconds after they got clear, another pile went off with a heavy explosion, which would have undoubtedly killed both rescued and rescuer had he been a few minutes later.
Gunner Joseph Burnett Kiggins MM
On 13th January 1918, the battery position was heavily shelled by two hostile batteries and the detachments were ordered under cover. When they had been in the dugout for three hours and shelling was still heavy, Cpl Murray heard a call for help. He and Gnr Kiggins at once ran out of the dugout and found a man lying very severely wounded about 50 yds away. They bandaged him and then carried him to the Dressing Station on a stretcher. They were under shell fire while carrying him for 300 yards. The man subsequently died of wounds.
Farrier Sergeant William Kincaid MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance-Bombardier Allan Osborne King MM
Lance-Bombardier King, “E” Battery, the 2nd Regiment, The Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, is the driver operator for a forward observation officer. As such, his duties require him to drive a jeep carrying vital communications with which his officer is able to direct the fire of the guns to support the forward infantry. He also has the responsibility of operating two wireless sets, one a forward link to his officer who advances on foot with the leading companies and, the other, the rear link to the gun position. In this most important role, Lance-Bombardier King quietly and coolly re-transmits fire orders, often while under small arms and mortar fire and with a complete disregard for his personal comfort and safety. Thus the vital communications link is kept open and the essential artillery support for the infantry is provided. On 11 July 1951, Lance-Bombardier King accompanied his officer on a fighting patrol with the 2nd Battalion, the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry. As the patrol was advancing through a small valley, enemy on both sides of the valley opened fire causing severe casualties to our infantry. The survivors, including Lance-Bombardier King’s officer, were pinned down just ahead of the jeep by heavy small arms fire. Lance-Bombardier King realized at once that artillery support would be required quickly so he snatched the headsets of his wireless sets and, crouching behind his jeep, quite oblivious to the small arms fire around him, he coolly and carefully transmitted his officer’s fire orders to the guns. This supporting fire enabled the survivors to reorganize and make plans for a withdrawal with the wounded. Still under fire from both sides, Lance-Bombardier King then transmitted orders for a smoke screen and, under the cover of this, the patrol was extricated without further casualties. There is no doubt that Lance-Bombardier King’s courage and devotion to duty under fire, which enabled the vital orders to be transmitted, were a major factor in saving the lives of many of his infantry comrades and ensuring that the patrol returned with the important information it had gained. His actions were an inspiration to those around him.
Gunner Bernard King MM
This Gunner on Nov. 1st 1917 was at a Block-House, when it was reported that a badly wounded man was lying some distance down the road. The enemy was shelling the road heavily at this time, but Gunner KING, exhibiting considerable courage, volunteered to bring in this man. He made the trip, and carried the wounded man to safety.
Gunner James Kingsburgh MM
At midnight 5th/6th November he carried a signalling lamp from the wagon lines to the Battery position. The lamp was needed by the forward observing Officer for the attack on the morning 6th November. It was absolutely necessary to have the lamp at once, as those at the Battery had been destroyed by shell-fire that night. In order to reach the Battery on time Gunner KINGSBURGH had to pass through very heavy shell-fire directed on the roads and Battery positions. An exploding shell knocked him down once and dazed him. Unable to walk for a few moments he worked his way along on his hands and knees and delivered the lamp. As a result the observation party reached their destination on time.
Sergeant Alfred Kinnear MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Judson Lewis Kinnie MM
For gallant and meritorious service. On Sept; 3rd 1916, during an attack on Thiepval a report was received at Artillery Bde H.Q’s that a part of our trench in the valley was occupied by the enemy. This man, who was on duty with a F.O.O. volunteered to visit the trench and obtain information. He worked his way forward through a heavy barrage and rifle fire and machine gun fire and brought back a report as to what part of the trench the enemy was holding. This information was very important at that phase of the attack and was passed back to Divisional H.Q’S. This man has given continuous good service in maintaining communications under heavy shell fire and has frequently volunteered for dangerous work.
Driver Wilfred John Kinsella MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Murray Glover Kirkpatrick MM
For gallantry and devotion to duty before PASSCHENDAELE. On Nov: 10th, 1917 he successfully carried many messages of tactical importance from MOSSELMARKT to the wireless station in PASSCHENDAELE through a heavy barrage of shell and machine gun fire. When the wireless was knocked down he manned his lamp in a shell hole until it was completely destroyed by a shell.
Bombardier Neil Kirkpatrick MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the operations on Oct; 1st. This N.C.O. was with the Forward Observing Officer in Hessian Trench and when the line between Hessian and Zollern trenches was continually cut by the heavy shell fire, this N.C.O. voluntarily crossed the open ground between the two trenches on numerous occasions during the day, and information of the greatest value was thus enabled to be sent back to Battery and group H.Q. This work was done under most trying conditions and through an extremely heavy hostile barrage throughout the day.
Sergeant Carl Delormier Kiser MM with bar
Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Milton Klock MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Edward Winslow Knapp MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant William Ashby Knight MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the night of 17th/18th Aug at the gun position he remained on duty at the guns during three heavy gas bombardments and extinguished three fires in ammunition pits, thereby saving many rounds of ammunition and preventing the Battery position from being disclosed to the enemy.
Sergeant Fred Hayes Knowles MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Ritchie Knowles MM
For bravery and devotion to duty. In a raid on the 15th March 1918, Gunner KNOWLES went over the top as signaller to the F.O.O. with the raid. By his coolness and efficiency under heavy fire he rendered valuable assistance to the F.O.O. in setting up the Lucas Lamp when their position inside the enemy’s lines had been reached. Though the lamp was knocked over several times by explosions, Gnr. Knowles work enabled it to be set up and aligned so that it was in commission until the party withdrew. He seemed to think always of the safety of his equipment before his own. His determination and courage throughout the hazardous operation were of a fine example to all ranks.
Gunner William Knox MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.

Sergeant Alfred Lagimodiere MM
For particularly satisfactory work at all times and unswerving devotion to duty. His work was especially noticeable during the fighting at Ypres in June 1916. This N.C.O. has been with this unit since Feb 1915.
Gunner Arthur Campbell Laing MM
For gallant conduct under shell fire in assisting to rescue four wounded N.C.O’s and men of the A.S.C. from burning lorries loaded with ammunition, on 5th November 1917. By his prompt action he undoubtedly saved a general conflagration by helping to move off other lorries loaded with ammunition standing near by, which, if they ha caught fire, would have destroyed guns and ammunition of the battery. He rescued a Corporal of the A.S.C. who was a big man, Gnr. LAING who is of small stature, lifted him on to his back and saying “Stick it old man, I’ll get you over there” and proceeded to carry him to the Dressing Station some distance away over rough ground.
Gunner Arthur Percy Lait MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. On Aug: 15th 1917, Gnr Lait acted as linesman. The lines were broken time and time again, but in spite of the apparent hopelessness of the task, he worked at repairing them with entire disregard of danger, and dogged determination, under heavy shelling, machine gun and rifle fire. His admirable work assisted in establishing communication from time to time, and provided a means for sending messages of the utmost importance to Artillery control, thereby contributing towards the success of the operation on this part of the front.
Sergeant Harold Leslie Lake MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Stewart William Lake MM
After entering the enemy trench on 1st Oct; he, owing to casualties, was left alone in that particular sector and met three Germans armed with rifles and bayonets. He himself was slightly wounded and had dropped his own rifle. Without a moments hesitation he raised his hand to throw his bomb and at the same time ordered the Germans to throw away their rifles or he would throw it. They obeyed his order and he kept his prisoners under absolute control until two other men of his own Company came u and he marched the three prisoners back to Batt’n H.Q.s The prisoners were of a fine type, one of them being decorated with the Iron Cross.
Corporal Clarence Frederick Lambert MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Chris Nelson Langeson MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver JH Langmead MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Douglas Harvey Langtree MM
On 18 December 1944 Lance-Bombardier Langtree of 1 Canadian Medium Regiment was an assistant with an Observation Post party about nine miles west of Ravenna. The post was situated in an extremely prominent building, the only one which gave adequate observation of the field of battle. From the first the enemy realized the building’s potentialities and subjected it to intense and continuous artillery and machine gun fire in an effort to make it untenable. In spite of the many direct hits and gradual demolition of the building, Lance-Bombardier Langtree remained at his post. On one occasion a direct hot on the roof blew him down from his lookout in the attic. He returned to his job. On 21 December 1944 the party moved forward with the battle to a position substantially the same as the last. Here, in addition to the shelling and machine gun fire, the building was accurately mortared and was also the chief target of several snipers. At no time during even the most intense enemy fire did Lance-Bombardier Langtree consider retiring even to the comparative safety of a slit trench to await a slackening of fire. Throughout the six days action this Non-Commissioned Officer faithfully passed essential information when it was most urgently needed. His devotion to duty and cheerful courage were a source of inspiration to the entire party.
Gunner Nicholas Lannigan MM
Private Lannigan has shown great gallantry in continually repairing and laying telephone wires under heavy shell fire, and constant good work.
Driver John Graham Larmour MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on November 4th near Zonniebeke. The only road was under extremely heavy shell fire all morning and the men sent up to pack ammunition were all made casualties or turned back by the traffic controller except this man, who knowing the way battery was short of ammunition pushed through, despite the intense shelling, he came back, and although the shelling was still exceptionally heavy made a second trip to the battery. Dvr Larmour stopped on his second trip to a badly wounded comrade from a dangerous point to the dressing station.
Gunner Edward Caron LaRose MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Herbert Cridge Laundy MM
For continuous good work during last ten months while in charge of telephone communications often showing great gallantry in mending wire under heavy shell fire.
Gunner John Law MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the operations of Courcelette on October 1st. This man was with the Forward Observing Officer and when the line was continually cut by the heavy shell fire, this gunner voluntarily crossed the open ground on numerous occasions during the day, and information of the greatest value was thus enabled to be sent back to Battery and Group H.Q. This work was done under the most trying conditions and through an extremely heavy hostile barrage throughout the day.
Sergeant Lorne Welrose Law MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant R F Law MM
For conspicuous courage and devotion to duty, this N.C.O. kept a heavy trench Mortar in a forward position in action under extremely heavy shell fire. The shell fire in the vicinity was so heavy that debris falling on the gun mounting had to be removed after each round before the mortar could be re-loaded. By his great display of courage and fearlessness this N.C.O. instilled confidence in the man under him and enabled the gun to continue firing throughout the operations.
Sergeant William Richard Laws DCM MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the action of Oct/30th/17 Sgt. LAWS was in charge of No.4. gun. In the heavy shelling of the battery by the enemy this N.C.O. was struck on the army by a piece of shell. His wound was quickly dressed and he was urged to go to the dressing station but he asked to be allowed to remain on duty, as there had been several casualties and N.C.O’s were becoming scarce, two having been wounded just previously. He continued in charge of his gun throughout the action and then went to the Dressing station, but reported back to duty after having been inoculated.
Sergeant William Sinclair Lawson MM
For gallant and meritorious conduct on the 16th March 1916, when he several times repaired telephone wires under heavy shell fire, thereby enabling his Battery to continue controlled fire, and on the same occasion assisting a mortally wounded comrade, still under fire.
Gunner Frederick Lorne Lawton MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3rd. Previous to and during the operations this Gunner acted as linesman and maintained the lines from 5th Brigade Hqrs. in Railway Embankment to Batteries on the plain in front. Both the Railway Embankment and the Battery positions were subjected to a continual heavy enemy shell fire and the different Battery lines were cut over twenty times, but Gnr. LAWTON found and repaired the breaks, and at no time was communication lost for more than a few minutes. Gnr. Lawton displayed great courage and coolness and his work was especially brilliant and was carried out irrespective of the heaviest shell fire.
Gunner Arthur Harold Lea MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Edgar Ainsley Leach MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Claude Auguste Leaper MM
For gallant conduct and disregard of self near Courcelette Nov; Nov 9th/10th. 1916. When the Battery position and vicinity was bombarded with gas shells he assisted Lieut. Ferrier in removing two men to a dressing station 1200 yards away. On his return he volunteered to assist in carrying out another gassed man. He thus worked from 9,p.m. to 3,a.m. in an area heavily charged with gas and constantly under shell fire assisting in the removal of men who were suffering from gas.
Sapper James Leary MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was part of a party of ten, who went forward directly behind the Infantry, and established and kept up communication between observation station and cable head. Despite the heavy artillery and machine gun fire, he repeatedly repaired the line, and when the shelling became so intense as to make telephonic communication an impossibility, this man acted as runner, and got many messages through the barrage, which enabled the Artillery to deal effectively with attempted counter-attacks. This man displayed great coolness, courage and determination.
Bombardier Francis LeBreton MM
For conspicuosly good work and devotion to duty in Oct; 6th; this N.C.O. established telephone communication from group H.Q. to a very exposed O.P. forward of our front line trench under extremely difficult conditions, as the work was done across most exposed ground and in full view of the enemy. Throughout the day he maintained communication in spite of the heavy shell and machine gun fire.
Sergeant Thomas Alex Ledwell MM
On Oct: 28th 1917, while on duty at the Battery position where the enemy continually shelled the battery and surroundings during the whole tour of duty, LEDWELL saw ammunition of another battery set on fire, an, no man being there, immediately with the greatest coolness and judgement, proceeded through the shell fire to the other battery and, although one case of ammunition had exploded, put out the fire, saving the remainder of it and returned to his battery safely. Also during the whole day he showed the utmost coolness and proved an example to the men which kept them steady working their guns during the trying ordeal.
Gunner Edgar Lee MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at RAIL-WAY EMBAKMENT near VIMY, on May 13th 1916. When his battery was being heavily shelled, both entrances to the deep dugout were blown in by enemy shells, with delay action fuzes. There were five men in the dug-out at the time, which had not been connected up between the two entrances. Gunners Lee and Crocker seeing the situation and knowing that the men could not last long in the small dug-out, despite the intense hostile shelling dug an opening into the dugout, and liberated the imprisoned men. The men relieved were in a very exhausted condition, and it was due to the great courage and resourcefulness displayed by those two men that the lives of the five men in the dugout were saved.
Gunner William Batoche Leech MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Peter Lefort MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. On March 28th, 1918, the enemy began a terrific bombardment of the position with several batteries of various calibres. During the bombardment Dvr Lefort accompanied by Bdr McKenzie started out to repair the telephone lines. Although subjected to very heavy shell fire they mended break after break and spliced parts where lengths had been blown away, at last reaching the test box and getting into communication with the Brigade. They then repaired the O.P. line and ran a wire to a battery whose communication had been destroyed. As new breaks were made they repaired them, again and again, all the time being under a heavy fire of H.E. and Shrapnel. AT one time Dvr Lefort was blown several feet by the blast of a bursting shell but he and his companion carried on and succeeded in keeping up communication throughout the bombardment.
Gunner Walter Alfred Legate MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Arthur Harold Leigh MM
On 23 May 1944 during the battle for the Adolf Hitler Line in the area Map Reference 7419, Gunner (Acting Lance-Bombardier) Arthur Harold Leigh was a member of an anti-tank troop attached to the Carleton and York Regiment. As troop despatch rider he was directly responsible for maintaining communications between his troop commander and the troop guns. As the guns moved into their first position, one of the gun towing vehicles was put out of action by enemy fire. Realizing that the gun would be useless without a vehicle and disregarding the heavy enemy mortar fire, Gunner Leigh rushed back to Troop Headquarters and brought up a 15-cwt [15-hundredweight truck] thus enabling the gun to be moved forward.
His troop commander was forward on a reconnaissance and Gunner Leigh, his motorcycle having been knocked out, toured the gun position. He found the driver of one of the vehicles wounded and helped him to the nearest Regimental Air Post. Returning, he volunteered to take over the wounded man’s vehicle.
The troop commander went forward again to liaise with the Commanding Officer of the Carleton and York Regiment, leaving Gunner (Acting Lance-Bombardier) Leigh to move the troop forward to its next position. During this move enemy fire was particularly heavy and two of the gun tractors were struck by shrapnel and the gun crews thrown into a state of confusion. Gunner Leigh supervised the reorganization of the detachments and got the guns moving again, arriving in the new area with a complete troop.
Gunner Leigh’s initiative, complete disregard for enemy fire, and his coolness and determination were an inspiration to the members of his troop. Largely as a result of his actions the infantry were given continuous support throughout the advance.
Sergeant Weston LeLacheur MM
Sergeant LaLacheur joined 4 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment in July 1940 and has served in every action in which the regiment has participated throughout the campaigns in Italy and Holland. His gun detachment has always performed with the smoothness and efficiency that only a well-trained detachment could exhibit. At midnight 30/31 August 1944, the enemy launched a savage counter-attack against 2 Canadian Armoured Regiment position near Tomba di Pesaro. The anti-tank battery was in support of this regiment and Sergeant LaLacheur’s anti-tank self-propelled gun was covering a vital point on the right flank. During the counter-attack he heard enemy tanks approaching the area he was covering. Immediately he ordered flares to be fired in the air and as a result quickly located the tanks. He personally directed the fire in such a manner as to prevent the two tanks from entering the area.
Sergeant LaLacheur’s action immediately disclosed his own position and the enemy engaged his self-propelled gun with shell fire. This Non-Commissioned Officer, showing great devotion to duty, remained at his post until ordered to take up an alternative position. Two hours later the enemy counter-attacked again and in the ensuing battle Sergeant LaLacheur’s self-propelled gun was set on fire by a direct hit. Showing cool foresight, he ordered his crew out of the vehicle and disregarding the exploding ammunition extinguished the flames and drove the gun to a less exposed position. He then rallied his men and quickly got the gun back into action. Sergeant LaLacheur’s sound tactical ability was displayed during the advance north of Arnhem on 15 April 1945. When reconnoitring on foot in advanced position he observed an enemy self-propelled gun causing trouble to some of out troops. In a quick appreciation he formed a plan and briefed his crew thoroughly before going into action. He selected three different points on the brow of a hill and occupied each position in turn, fired three shots and then quickly withdrew. Immediately each position was engaged by enemy shells and mortars but with great daring he continued to direct his crew in this operation until the enemy gun was destroyed. Sergeant LaLacheur has shown outstanding initiative and coolness under intense enemy fire and his record is worthy of the highest praise.
Gunner Harold James Leslie MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Ewart Levan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Sergeant Joseph Harold Lewis MM
Lance-Sergeant Lewis has been a Troop Signal Non-Commissioned Officer in action since July 1944 until the cessation of hostilities in Northwest Europe. Throughout this period he has shown qualities of leadership, courage and devotion to duty so great that the performance of the men under his command is unequalled in the regiment. At Enterville in Normandy, where the enemy bombardment of forward positions was heavy and relentless, Lance-Sergeant Lewis went out every day and every night to repair the damaged line and maintain the essential communications to the Observation Posts. At Antwerp in late September when the Essex Scottish Regiment was repulsing an attack by the enemy on the locks, he re-established communication with a Forward Observation Post although the cable route followed a course that was under shell fire continually and also at a critical stage under direct fire of enemy automatic weapons. At Nijmegen during a changeover between the Essex Scottish Regiment and the Regiment de Maisonneuve, the infantry came under heavy shell and mortar fire and suffered casualties. In this engagement the enemy made first use of rockets on the sector. Lance-Sergeant Lewis with his maintenance crew went forward and repaired the Observation Post-Battalion Headquarters line when the bombardment as at its heaviest. Throughout these engagement and many more this Non-Commissioned Officer showed a complete disregard for his own personal safety. He invariably led his men both in spirit and action and by his magnificent example and leadership made them the signal section which served the regiment so well.
Gunner Walter Frank Lewis MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on November 6th, 1917, during the attack on Passchendaele. A hostile shell exploded on the battery position. The explosion damaged the breach of the howitzer nearest the dump putting it out of action. Although the dump was still burning and a few rounds exploding at the time and the hostile fire was very heavy, Fitter Lewis got to work at once and in ten minutes had the howitzer in action. The courage, determination and coolness displayed by this Fitter set an example to the other men in the battery.
Gunner Ralph Marshall Lidstone MM with bar
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the 30^th October 1917, near KEERSELAARHOEK, BELGIUM, during the 7^th Phase of the attack for PASSCHENDAELE. This man was attached to the Forward Observing Officer doing duty with the assaulting infantry (85^th Canadian Battn.) The Hostile barrage was so intense that telephonic communication to the Battn Liaison Officer was rendered impossible. This man was used as a runner to carry messages from the F.O.O. to the Bn.L.O. In spite of the heavy fire he never failed to deliver his message which were of the greatest importance. On numerous occasions on this day this man showed exceptional gallantry and devotion to duty.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Samuel Morton Lilley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Alexander Errol Lindsay MM
A hostile shell detonated ammunition some of which was in buildings which collapsed, 18 men were killed and 10 wounded by the explosion. This man showed great courage in entering a building in which cordite was burning fiercely an fuzes and tubes exploding and succeeded in extricating several men from the debris thereby saving their lives.
Sergeant James Arthur Lindsay MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Richard Chisman Lister MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Charles Litherland MM
For conspicuous gallantry in rescuing wounded under fire during intense shelling of Battery positions on 31st May 1916. Several direct hits were obtained on gunpits causing casualties, Gnr Litherland assisted by No83858, Bdr Yardley, placed Gnr Macdonald, one off the wounded on a trench mat and while carrying him to safety a shell struck between them, killing Gnr Macdonald and mortally wounding Bdr Yardley. Gnr Litherland was wounded in the face and dazed, recovering himself he assisted Bdr Yardley to safety and returned accompanied by No 83892 Gnr Bing and carried still another wounded man, Dvr Tierman into safety.
Gunner Leonard James Little MM
For continuous bravery and devotion to duty. On Aug: 15th 1917, Gunner Little acted as linesman. He worked through the day at repairing lines. His work was carried out under fire. Break after break occurred in the line, but Gunner Little responded to every call and repaired the break. His fearlessness and determination assisted in providing communication by which valuable Artillery fire-control messages were sent, contributing towards the success of the operation on this part of the front.
Sergeant William Carruthers Little MM
Near Courcelette on the night of 17th/18th Oct; 1916, a gun pit of this Battery sustained a direct hit setting the ammunition on fire and wounding and imprisoning one gunner. Sgt Little in company with Sgt Hayes at great personal risk entered the gun pit and managed to put out the ammunition that was on fire, and removed the wounded gunner who subsequently died.
Sergeant William James Little MM
For gallant conduct under shell fire in assisting to rescue four wounded A.S.C. , N.C.O’s and men from burning lorries loaded with ammunition on November 5th, 1917. By his prompt action he undoubtedly saved a general conflagration by helping to move off other lorries loaded with ammunition standing near by, which, if they had caught fire would have destroyed the guns and ammunition of the battery.
Gunner Reginald Armitage Lockwood MM
On the morning of April 17th 1918, Signaller McCormack and Signlr Lockwood were returning to Battery. The area through which they were passing was suddenly shelled, one shell dropping very close to them, wounding Sglr McCormack very seriously. Slgr Lockwood showed great courage and presence of mind in carrying the wounded man some three hundred yards to a tramway line, procured a truck and succeeded in getting his wounded comrade to a dressing station over a mile away, the whole of the performance being under severe shell fire. This Sglr, by his foresight, pluck and gallant endurance, helped materially in the saving of his comrade’s life.
Bombardier Francis Henry Lomax MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver John Joseph Longeway MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Herbert Stanley Longhurst MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Richard Lowe MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Edward Lynch MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Thomas William Lynch MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Ian Alexander Macauly MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Brodie Cruickshank MacDonald MM
On the night of August 12th 1917, the 10th Battery C.F.A., which was in position near VIMY, was heavily shelled for two hours. The communications of the Bde Hdqrs, including those to the Infantry, passed through the Battery Signalling Office and were connected to a buried system at a test box 50 yards in front of the guns. During the shelling of the Bty the lines to this Test Box were cut seven times. On each occasion this N.C.O. went through the shelling, to repair them, and, as a result the Bde Communications were maintained. His devotion to duty and resource have been conspicuous.
Sergeant Milton Ferguson MacDonald MM
This N.C.O. was on duty continuously from zero hour 15th Aug 1917, until 7.00 p.m. 17th Aug 1917.During that time he made many trips from the F.O.O. to the jumping off place both during daylight and during darkness. On three trips he carried valuable information from the F.O.O. which he sent back from the first station he found in communication with Brigade. During his tour of duty he laid six new lines to F.O.O., owing to the heavy shelling by the enemy at times the lines were completely destroyed. He continued his work whenever the line went down and exposed himself constantly to great danger as he had to work his way through hostile barrage.
Battery Sergeant Major Roderick MacDonald MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Charles Thomas MacDonald MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Foch Edgar MacDonald MM
The above-mentioned was attached to “A” Squadron, 14 Canadian Armoured Regiment as co-driver and operator on one of the Forward Observation Officer tanks. On 12 May 1944 the tanks attacked across the River Gari. The left-route bridge was damaged as the tanks approached it. While attempting to find a way to the centre-route, Gunner MacDonald’s tank ran onto a mine and was rendered useless in full view of the enemy. The tank then came under heavy shell and machine gun fire. With complete disregard of personal safety, Gunner MacDonald remained at his set, thus enabling the Forward Observation Officer to net to him from another set. He remained at his set, under fire, acting as intermediate station until the enemy were cleared from the high ground overlooking the river. His devotion to duty prevented a break in communications, resulting in continuous artillery support for the tank attack.
Bombardier Tennyson Alex MacDonald MM
Has shown great gallantry in laying telephone wires and maintaining battery communications under shell fire, since July 1st.
Corporal Harry Alfred MacDougall MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harry Sinclair MacKay MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Donald Alvin Mackenzie MM
For gallant conduct and devotion to duty near Courcelette on 26th Sept, 1916. While at Battn Hdeqrs with the artillery Liaison Officer on many occasions when the telephone lines were broken he went out under very heavy fire and mended them. On at least two occasions while telephone communications was cut off he stood upon the parapet and signalled messages back by flag, this was done under heavy fire. Had it not been for the coolness of this N.C.O. several important messages would have been delayed until too late.
Bombardier James Robertson MacKenzie MM
For gallant and meritorious service at VIMY. On the night of the 27th April 1917, and again on the afternoon of 28th April 1917, the telephone line of this battery came under a portion of a heavy hostile 5.9” H.E. barrage and was cut. On each occasion this N.C.O. with entire disregard of danger and with great devotion to duty went out into the barrage and repaired the line thereby maintaining communication between battery and O.P. On several occasions he has done gallant work as a battery linesman.
Sergeant Kenneth MacKenzie MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Thomas William MacKenzie MM with bar
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 11^th instant a forward section of the Battery was heavily shelled for some hours, causing several fires in ammunition dumps. Much ammunition would have been lost but for the courage and presence of mind of this N.C.O., who regardless of danger put out the fires as they occurred. Nor is this the first time under trying circumstances that his conduct has been most praiseworthy.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Ronald Joseph MacLean MM
During the crossing of the Lamone River in the Villanova area, 1 Battery, 4 Canadian Anti-Tank regiment was under command 11 Canadian Infantry Brigade. On the night 10/11 December 1944, after the infantry had made the initial bridgehead, the battery constructed its own Class II rafts and ferried guns over the river. During the night, Bombardier MacLean, who was commanding a two-pounder “Littlejohn” anti-tank gun detachment, had his gun manhandled more than 1,000 yards onto the perimeter of the bridgehead.
The detachment continued to fire at the remaining tanks and infantry until all the special ammunition required by the adapter to the gun was expended. Owing to heavy enemy small arms fire, the detachment could not expose itself in order to remove the adapter. Without hesitation, Bombardier MacLean ordered his detachment to take cover while he, at extreme risk to himself, blew of the adapter by firing an ordinary round. He then continued to fire normal ammunition and, in spite of concentrated enemy fire, this Non-Commissioned Officer and his detachment succeeded in dispersing two successive counter-attacks, each of at least three tanks and about twenty infantry. During this action the detachment remained in an exposed position without infantry protection for one and one-half hours, and for the subsequent two hours only four men were able to man the gun.
Sergeant Kenneth Leroy MacNab MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Alexander MacNaughton MM
On 9th November he accompanied a pack train in charge of Sergeant-Major Thompkinson
Bring ammunition to Gun position east of ST. JULIEN. When near ST. JULIEN the train was caught in the heavy barrage, Sergt-Major. Thompkinson and five drivers were wounded and the whole train thrown into confusion. Sergt. McNaughton immediately took charge, removed the wounded men to the Dressing Station, and reformed his pack train. After sending some wounded horses to the rear, he proceeded to the Battery and succeeded in delivering the ammunition, although the shelling continued along the whole route. Sergt. MacNaughton’s coolness and splendid leadership greatly steadied and encouraged those under him and by his thoughtfulness he removed the man to a place of safety and saved several valuable horses as well as delivering the ammunition.
Sergeant James French MacNaughton MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on 1st June the battery was very heavily shelled, the third shell, which was a direct hit on the cookhouse stove in the entrances to two dug-outs, in one of which four men were temporarily buried. The above mentioned N.C.O. with two men, rushed to the entrance and commenced digging. After a considerable amount of hard work they had succeeded in making a hole large enough for the medical Officer to enter the dugout. This prompt and courageous action under this heavy shell fire was undoubtedly the means of saving the lives of the men buried in the dugout.
Gunner Stuart Simmons MacNaughton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Duncan MacNeil MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on 17th August 1917. On three separate occasions this man went out under heavy fire, machine gun and rifle fire, and endeavoured to establish communication with the Battery. On one of these occasions he was out for a period of tree hours working in the darkness through the enemy barrage in an effort to maintain communication and only desisted when ordered to do so. The courage, coolness and devotion to duty of this man afforded an excellent example to the rest of the men in the Battery.
Gunner William Howe Kirk Macneill MM
On 8 July 1944, on reaching the objective of the Canadian Scottish Regiment, Cussy, the Observation Post tank ran into a trap. The Observation Post officer joined the Company Commander in a slit trench about 100 yards from the tank to be available if artillery support was required and to provide communications to the Battalion Commander through the Artillery Commanding Officer’s representative at Battalion Headquarters, all other means of communication from this company having failed. At this time the position was under heavy fire from mortar and artillery and our troops were pinned to the shelter of slit trenches, etc. for quite a period. During this period the line from the slit trench to the tank was thrice cut by explosive fragments. G.3413 Gunner MacNeill, H.H.K., laid this line originally and each time repaired it immediately at great risk and with complete disregard for his personal safety. His efforts kept the Observation Post functioning and provided the battalion with its only means of communication with this leading company and such artillery support as was called for.
Gunner Donald Stuart MacPherson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Horatio Herbert Kitchener MacPherson MM
On 9 July 1944, 33 (Self-Propelled) Battery, 6 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery landed in France. Two weeks later the battery was in action south of Caen and from then until the cessation of hostilities in Europe its guns were engaged in most of the major battles in which Canadian troops participated. The battery fought under command four Canadian divisions and 51st (Highland) Division, and gave a good account of itself at Ifs, Verrieres, Trun, the Scheldte, the Hochwald and at the crossing of the Ijessel. Throughout the campaign, Sergeant MacPherson acted as Troop Sergeant of “A” Troop, 33 Battery. Under all circumstances his devotion to duty and his faithfulness to his troop contributed materially to the success of the operations in which the battery was engaged. On more than one occasion he has worked for 72 hours without sleep and unmindful of his lack of rest, has been indefatigable in getting up ammunition and rations, administering first aid to and evacuating wounded and assisting in every possible way his troop and troop commander. During periods while his guns were in forward areas, his disregard of his personal safety under heavy mortar and shell fire was outstanding, During the Battle of the Scheldte, Sergeant MacPherson was taken prisoner and held for four days in Knocke-sur-Mere. On his escape he rejoined his troop, throwing himself with renewed energy into the fight. Subsequently he took command of the troop when his Troop Commander was wounded and while so acting fought his guns with determination and skill. The initiative and determination shown by this Non-Commissioned Officer under fire contributed materially to the successful operations of the battery, and the sprit in which he performed his duties has been an outstanding example to the troop..
Bombardier Roy Arthur Maess MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Mahoney MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Lewis Clayton Main MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Quarter Master Sergeant Samuel Majury DCM MM
On May 3rd 1917, near FARBUS, whilst the Battery position was being shelled heavily one of the gun pits was hit directly by a 5.9” shell, and the five occupants wounded. BQMS.Majury, who happened to be 25 yards away, ran instantly to the help of his comrades and was instrumental in getting the more serious cases away from the Battery position. His action was a magnificent example of coolness and gallantry.
Bombardier Thomas Makin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Charles Maloney MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver William Maloney MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Walter Lowrie Maltby MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations at PASSCHENDAELE on Nov.4th 1917. This N.C.O. was in charge of a working party building a road some distance from his battery. When he saw the right Section of his battery was being heavily shelled he rushed over with six men and finding the crew casualties got the gun in action immediately and worked on the other finally getting it into action also just before a call came for an S.O.S. The gallantry determination and initiative displayed by this N.C.O. resulted in the battery having six guns in action against a strong enemy counter attack.
Gunner Percy Lorne Manchester MM
For great gallantry and devotion to duty near Courcelette on November 17th/18th, 1916, at the capture of Desire Trench. He was on duty continuously for 36 hours, remaining out under a heavy enemy barrage and repairing break after break in the telephone lines. During this period Battalion Headquarters was twice changed and the lines cut 28 times.
Gunner Malcolm James Manderville MM
On 2 September 1944, “A” Company of 1 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Battalion was ordered to take ground on the right of Pirano. The company advanced against continuous machine gun, sniper and mortar fire. Number 8 Platoon in which Private Manderville was a Bren gunner, became pinned down in an exposed position by an enemy machine gun which they were unable to knock out from their location. Private Manderville, whose Number Two on the Bren gun had been wounded, started to stalk the machine gun post alone. For nearly half an hour he crawled toward it, carrying on a duel and drawing most of its fire away from his platoon.
Finally he rushed the position and wiped out the enemy post single-handed, Private Manderville’s aggressive action was directly responsible for his platoon getting forward onto its objective and his display of initiative and courage was an inspiration to all around him.
Corporal Randolph Amos Mann MM
For exceptional gallantry and devotion to duty on October 22nd, 1916, when an explosion occurred in a gun pit, while the battery was firing setting fire to the ammunition and the gun pit. This N.C.O. entered the gun pit in spite of the intense heat and withdrew the dial sight and dial sight carrier from the gun carriage. In doing so, he was very severely burned, necessitating his evacuation.
Gunner Frederick William Mansell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Alex John Marchuk MM
Throughout the battle of the Liri Valley in May 1944 and again during the Gothic Line actions in August 1944, Gunner Marchuk displayed courage and devotion to duty of a high order. On 24 May 1944, this soldier was driver of a vehicle which had gone forward to reconnoitre a new gun position. The group of which he was a part was subjected to heavy mortar, shell and small arms fire but despite the fact that his vehicle was hit by shell fragments, Gunner Marchuk carried on with his duties without hesitation. The example he set was a great encourage­ment to all ranks present and no delay occurred in preparing the new gun position for occupation. During the night 24-25 August 1944 the regimental gun position near Montemaggiore was heavily shelled, killing the commanding officer and seriously wounding two signallers. Disregarding the continuous close shelling, Gunner Marchuk immediately rendered first aid. Having noted that the Commanding Officer was dead and that one of the wounded men was beyond help, he skilfully applied shell dressings to the second wounded signaller. Then the road to the dressing station was found to be blocked by vehicles damaged by the shelling. Gunner Marchuk organized a carrying party and led it with the wounded man to the dressing station. His courageous action undoubtedly not only saved this man’s life but gave great encouragement and inspiration to his comrades. The work of this Gunner Driver had at all times been outstanding and his initiative and courage under enemy fire are deserving of the highest praise.
Gunner Robert Douglas Margach MM
On 1 March 1945, Sergeant Margach was acting as assistant to his officer who was Forward Observation Officer with a company of the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada who were holding a position in the Hochwald Gap. At about 0900 hours his officer left the observation post to proceed to battalion tactical headquarters to arrange fire support for the battalion in effecting a further advance. Very shortly afterwards the enemy fire which had been very heavy became so intense that direct hits forced the observation post party out of the top floor of the isolated farm house from which they were observing. Sergeant Margach despite the very heavy fire managed to find a point of vantage at ground level outside the house and although neither dug in nor covered from the fierce enemy artillery and mortar fire, established an observation post. Showing great initiative and seemingly oblivious to danger he settled down in his exposed position to try to locate the enemy guns which were not only shelling the observation post but were causing casualties to, and completely denying movement to, the infantry. Sergeant Margach was not only successful in sending in numerous shelling reports which were of the greatest value to the Counter Battery Officer, but finally was himself able to see the flash of the enemy guns firing. Thereupon, showing great initiative and without waiting for the return of his officer, he immediately called down a regimental target, adjusting the fire of his unit onto the enemy guns. His fire was extremely accurate and effective and when his officer returned to the observation post and brought down the Corps artillery on the positions located and ranged by Sergeant Margach, the enemy guns were completely silenced, as a result of which the infantry was able to proceed with the attack. There can be no doubt that Sergeant Margach’s imperturbable coolness, complete disregard of danger and remarkable initiative and skill in calling for and directing fire, made possible the subsequent successful attack by the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada. This instance is one of the many which has proved beyond all possible doubt Sergeant Margach’s resourcefulness, steadiness and high courage. He has been in action with his battery as an Observation Post Assistant since the landing in Normandy. As such, he has been in the forefront of all the heavy fighting in which 2 Canadian Infantry Division has been involved. Though several of his officers have been wounded or killed, and although twice wounded himself, he repeatedly requested that he should not be moved to a less dangerous post within his battery. His consistent desire over a long period of time to give his utmost, his refusal to accept any form of relief and his efficiency when performing his duties represent, it is felt, the highest qualities that can be found in a soldier and all that is best in the traditions of the service.
Driver Arthur Marks MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Charles Albert Marley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Rodrique Gilbert Marquis MM
At Hill 400 (792256) on 6 October 1943, Gunner Marquis was acting as wireless operator for a Forward Observation Officer attached to the Royal Canadian Regiment. At about 1000 hours the regiment was under fire from German 88-mm guns and mortars. Captain Fitzgerald was endeavouring to destroy these guns by artillery fire when the enemy suddenly opened heavy fire on his Observation Post. In spite of this fire, Gunner Marquis remained at his set, allowing fire orders to be passed to the guns although forced off the Observation Post three times.
Captain Fitzgerald succeeded in so directing the fire of 2 Canadian Field Regiment that the enemy guns were forced to stop firing. By his determination and devotion to duty under such intense fire, communications were kept open, enabling the Forward Observation Officer to conduct fire from his guns and prevented the enemy guns from bringing further fire to bear on “C” Company of the Royal Canadian Regiment who were still in the process of occupying a position and were very vulnerable. Gunner Marquis’s devotion to duty and willingness to accept risks contributed greatly to the success of the engagements.
Gunner Williams James Marsden MM
This man is the Battery Cook and was holding a horse on the morning of the 2-4-17 under heavy shell fire when the horse was severely wounded & looked after it till under orders he reluctantly left it; subsequently a dispatch rider was struck by a shell, blowing off his right foot and breaking his leg, gunner Marsden rushed to his assistance and under heavy fire quickly used a puttee as tourniquet to stop the flow of blood and signalled for assistance and removed him to a place of safety. Gunner Marsden acted with great coolness and promptitude and with great risk to himself. This took place at the Battery position near Berthonval Farm.
Bombardier James Marshall MM
For gallant and specially meritorious service at VIMY. On April 9th 1917 he passed through the German barrage three times in laying and repairing a telephone wire to an O.P. on the RIDGE. His fearless and conscientious work enabled much valuable information to be sent back. He has rendered very efficient service in the Field for the past nine months, and has received no previous reward.
Sergeant Eugene Marshman MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Albert Martin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Charles Martin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal George Stanley Martin MM
With their Battery F.O.O’s Cpl Martin and a/Cpl Bennett laid a telephone line from LICHFIELD CRATER through VOLKER TUNNEL to THELOS MILL during operations against VIMY RIDGE, April 9th, 1917. Getting ahead of the “mopping-up” battalion they were held up by a barricade and a machine gun in the tunnel. They overcame this opposition and after handing over 12 prisoners to the Infantry they established an F.O.O. station in Goulet Wood in time for the next attack. When their lines were cut they continue to send back timely information by runner, showing initiative, perseverance and great gallantry.
Bombardier John Patrick Martin MM
For great gallantry and devoted self-sacrifices at VIMY May 14th 1917. During very heavy shelling of the battery position the sub-section dug-out, in which the men had taken refuge, ustained a direct hit and collapsed burying the entire crew. On extricating himself this N.C.O. who was shaken and knocked about, organized and superintended the work of rescue. The shelling was still intense and the gun which was just i front of the dug-out sustained a direct hit; but the work of rescue was continued until all the crew were removed to a place of safety. This N.C.O. has performed his duty at all times with great cheerfulness, ability, good will and disregard of danger. He has received no previous reward.
Bombardier Archibald Henry F Martyn MM
During the night of 4th/5th November he repeatedly led an ammunition pack train through very heavy enemy shelling. By his splendid courage and leadership he rendered invaluable service to his Battery in getting all the ammunition brought through to the Battery position.
Gunner James Marway MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Frederick Charles Marwood MM with bar
For gallant conduct near Theipval on 3^rd, Sept; 1916. When a mortar was put out of action during an exceedingly heavy fire, he repaired and fired it for the remainder of the bombardment which lasted two hours. He has on many previous occasions distinguished himself by his good work and devotion to duty regardless of personal danger.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Alfred Dudley Mason MM
He accompanied the F.O.O. with the Infantry to the advanced O.P. during operations against Vimy Ridge April 9th, 1917, and assisted in maintaining line from CRAMER HAUS to O.P. under heavy shell fire. The good work done in keeping up telephonic communication enabled Batteries which had moved forward to register the same afternoon.
Gunner Felix Mathew MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Sidney George Matthews MM with bar
Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Henry Mault MM
A hostile shell detonated ammunition some of which was in buildings which collapsed, 18 men were killed and 10 wounded by the explosion. This man showed great courage in entering a building in which cordite was burning fiercely and fuzes and tubes exploding and succeeded in extricating several men from the debris thereby saving their lives.
Gunner William Maxwell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William John Maynes MM
At 1400 hours, 5 March 1945, in Balbergewald Forest, an enemy mortar concentration blew up a Kangaroo tank and a 6-pounder anti-tank gun. Two carriers and two Jeeps were adjacent to these two vehicles. Although mortar fire was continuous, a tank was burning, [and] ammunition was exploding in all directions, B.18610 Gunner William John Maynes was able to drive to a safe distance the two carriers and one Jeep. The second Jeep was burning when he tried to drive it away. He was unable to start it and was only able to escape before it blew up.
Heavy vehicle casualties on carriers had recently been suffered in the forest fighting. The saving of these two carriers was of immediate assistance to the operation, one of them containing the Forward Observation Officer’s communications for artillery support. By this disregard for his own safety and by his skillful driving Gunner Maynes saved vehicles which contributed successfully to the operation south of the Balbergewald Forest.
Driver Edward Aubrey Mayo MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Andrew McAdam MM
On the morning of November 6th 1917, during the operations against PASSCHENDAELE he went with forward observation party. His Officer was severely wounded, another of the party killed, and the signalling equipment destroyed, in the enemy’s barrage. Guner MCADAM worked back through the barrage and reported what had happened. This information reached Brigade Headquarters in time to dispatch another Officer. Gunner MCADAM again went forward through heavy shell-fire to his wounded Officer. He collected valuable information, and with the assistance of another man carried the Officer to a Dressing Station, then they both returned to their posts.
Corporal Archibald McBride MM
For coolness and bravery under heavy shell fire when a member of a gun detachment at 2nd Battle of Ypres and Givenchy (June 1915) and for continuous good work before and since.
Gunner Donald McCallum MM
This man with other Gunners on the morning of November 3rd 1917, formed the personnel of two gun crews that went into action. These two crews kept their guns in action, although during the whole period the area with in a radius of 500 yards was subjected to a continuous bombardment with shells that were coming in at an average rate of twenty per minute. Ammunition was set on fire in the position and one of the shells was so close that the Gunners were knocked down by the force of the explosion. This man and the other Gunners with conspicuous bravery stuck to their guns, and maintained fire. They were absolutely without cover, and miraculously escaped injury. Within three minutes of withdrawing the men from their guns, one of the guns was hit and the whole shattered.
Sergeant Edwin Jackson McCallum MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Frederick Andrew McCallum MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Charles Edward McCauley MM
For coolness and devotion to duty at Courcelette, Nov; 13th, 1916, when bringing up rations. The party was heavily shelled with 5.9.’s the driver was wounded and one of the horses killed under him. Dvr McCauley took charge sent the wounded man under escort to the dressing station, and alone under continued heavy shell fire changed the lead for the wheel horses, and completed his trip. Throughout the time the Bde was in this area this man carried on day and night, bringing up supplies over heavily shelled roads with great devotion to duty.
Gunner Frederick Sylvester McClafferty MM
The man accompanied Lieut.FORSYTHE who was Battery F.O.O. during the attack on the VIMY RIDGE by the 7th Canadian Infantry Brigade on the 9th April 1917. He laid out a wire to the ECOLE COMMUNE, which necessitate passing through the enemy’s barrage no fewer than for times. He showed great courage and devotion to duty throughout the whole of the operations.
Private Samuel Charles McConaghy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Coleman Conroy McConnell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Allan McCrae MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Walter Watson McCrae MM
At 1215 hours, 15 April 1944, “E” Flash Spotting Post of “P” Battery came under heavy enemy shelling. Bombardier McCrae was on duty in the Observation Post which was in the second floor of an abandoned house. Two of his men were at a sub-post. A direct hit on the west side of the Observation Post wounded three men. Bombardier McCrae reported to the Plotting Centre that he was going off the line, explaining the reason. He climbed down from the second floor window. Another shell wounded the remaining two men. He was assisting two men to a slit trench when the area was hit again, inflicting further injuries to an already wounded man. The shelling was now so intense that he decided that he should try to get his men and his truck out of the area. He got the men into the truck, having to carry one man, and started when a shell fell right behind the truck, cutting its brake line and piercing the cab and tailboards. He succeeded in getting his men to a Regimental Aid Post 400 yards away. He then went back on foot to look for the two men at the sub-post. He found the men and guided them out of the area When the shelling subsided, he returned to his Observation Post to carry on.
Gunner Leo Vernon McCreith MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during our operations on Oct; 8th, when the lines between his Battery and the O.P. being continually broken by hostile shell fire, this man maintained communication, passing through heavy enemy barrage on several occasions, his work being done under most trying conditions.
Gunner Charles Norman McCuaig MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner George McCullock MM
For distinguished conduct and devotion to duty. During an intense bombardment 28th of March 1918, a dugout in which were Gunner McCULLOCK and another man, was hit, and caved in. These two men though stunned, and gassed, succeeded in digging themselves out, immediately after which they started to dig out a second dugout which had also been done in, burying Gnr HEWSON. They worked for over thirty minutes under most intense shell fire, before they succeeded in rescuing HEWSON who, undoubtedly would have been smothered had he remained as he was a few minutes longer.
Sergeant John Clyde McCunn MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sapper Johnstone McDiarmid MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on November 4th near Zonniebeke while in charge of a limber proceeding to gun position to remove a gun. He led his team over almost impassable objects for more than a mile under heavy shell fire, and removed the gun. His determination and courage in removing the gun from the heavily shelled position undoubtedly saved it from destruction and enabled it to be placed in action elsewhere.
Corporal Gerald Kenneth Darcy McDonald DCM MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Archibald McDonald MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Dougal McDonald MM
On 3r of April 1918, the Battery was subjected to heavy hostile fire. During this time the telephone wires were continually being cut. Each time Gnr McDONALD went out and repaired them, at times under very heavy fire. During the night the position was subjected to bursts of fire. Gnr McDONALD during several of these, went out and repaired the wire. It was due to his effort that communication was kept up.
Sergeant John James Alban McDonald MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Roderick Cameron McDonald MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Joseph Roderick McDougall MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Wesley McDowell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Everett McEachern MM
As O.P. lineman showed remarkable and exceptional courage and devotion on 9th 10th and 11th April in laying and keeping up lines to Hill 145 to which point he closely followed the Infantry assault.
Driver William Carson McGowan MM
On the morning of November 15th Sgt. Thompson was in charge of a section of a Mule Train packing ammunition to the forward gun positions of the 10th Bde. C.F.A. With him were Drivers Urwin and McGowan. The party came under heavy German shell fire, and a R.F.A. pack train directly in front. Having two animals per man, and suffering heavy casualties to men and animals became disorganized. Animals were galloping in both directions, but Sgt. Thompson ably assisted by Drivers Urwin & McGowan by their brilliant example gained control of the situation and put a stop to what at one time looked like a hasty stampede. Their example produced order amongst the R.F.A. Drivers and both parties succeeded in delivering their ammunition and in getting back to safety. The N.C.O. and men then helped stretcher bearers carry the dying and wounded and also assisted in extricating the animals bogged off the road side. Without doubt Sgt. Thompson and Drivers Urwin & McGowan by their courageous work were the means of saving many lives and turned the tide of a situation which might easily have become far more serious.
Bombardier George McGregor MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Regis McGuirk MM
For gallantry and courage he displayed on the 14th November 1917. A shell landed on a large pile of ammunition, causing a terrific explosion which killed and wounded a large number of Gnrs, rivers and horses, and set fire to two lorries and a large dump of ammunition (in boxes) on the road. On hearing cries of wounded men coming from the flames of the burning lorries this man at once ran t the rescue, while nearly everyone else in the vicinity was running away from the still burning shells. He entere the flaming area again and succeeded in finding and dragging out six R.F.A. Gunners all severely wounded, and with their clothing already on fire. He rolled the wounded men in the mud to extinguish the flames and carried them out of the danger zone. He then returned to the still furiously burning lorries and searched for more live men among the dead. He did not leave until ordered to do so. A few seconds after they got clear, another pile went off with a heavy explosion, which would have killed undoubtedly both rescued and rescuer had he been a few minutes later.
Bombardier William McHaffie MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Howar Samuel Mcilwraith MM
This man with others on the morning of November 3rd 1917, formed the personnel of two gun crews that went into action. These two crews kept their guns in action although during the whole period the area within a radius of 500 yards was subjected to a continuous bombardment with shells that were coming in at an average rate of twenty per minute. Ammunition was set on fire in the position and one of the shells was so close that the Gunners were knocked down by the force of the explosion. An N.C.O. and the Gunners with conspicuous bravery stuck to their guns, and maintained fire. They were absolutely without cover, and miraculously escaped injury. Within three minutes of withdrawing the men from their guns, one of the guns was hit and the whole shattered.
Gunner Vinal Mcinnes MM
He was linesman with Artillery on Aug 15th and 16th 1917. During the forty-eight hours he was on duty he was continually out on the telephone wire repairing it. The wire was very exposed and continually under heavy shell fire. At one time he went out and mended ten breaks in the wire under a heavy barrage of 5.9 and 8 inch shells, thus allowing very important information to be got through. His courage and devotion to duty was most marked.
Sergeant Charles Mcinnis MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the 6th 6th Nov. 1917. On the afternoon of that ate a large dump of ammunition at the battery position was set on fire by hostile shelling. In spite of the great danger from exploding ammunition, this N.C.O took hold of the situation and, alone, succeeded in extinguishing the fire. His work as a No. 1 is beyond praise. He has always set an excellent example of coolness under fire.
Gunner Allan Grant McIntosh MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Robert McIntyre MM
For gallant conduct and devotion to duty during the bombardment of the “Cutting” at Hill 60 on 26th,April,1916. Throughout the day during a time of considerable tension these men showed unflinching devotion to duty, firing his Mortar intermittently with great effect. In the evening under an intense bombardment, and immediately following the blowing up of the German mine and under most trying conditions he opened and continued fire with telling effect until all ammunition except the minimum reserve for counter attack had been expended.
Gunner Alexander Roy McKay MM
Has shown great gallantry in continually repairing and laying telephone wires under heavy shell fire, and constant good work, since July 1st.
Corporal Walter James McKeen MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner James Ferdinand McKenna MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal James Henry McKenna MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Alexander McKenzie MM
Near St.JULIEN on the morning of November 5th. this driver was employed packing ammunition. He delivered his own allotment to the gun position through heavy shell fire, and when returning found a number of his comrades held up on account of the barrage. Knowing that ammunition was badley needed forward he sent his own horse to the rear with a less experienced man, took charge of this man’s horses and the remainder of the party, and with a fine example of courage, coolness and perseverance, piloted all through to the guns.
Bombardier Ralph Johnson McKenzie MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. During a heavy bombardment on March 28th by a number of enemy batteries of various calbres the telephone communication were cut. As the battery had been “Standing To” earlier in the morning and as hostile attack was expected, it was absolutely necessary that communication be established immediately. Bdr.McKENZIE and one other were chosen to repair the wires. Although subjected to very heavy shell fire they mended break after break and spliced parts where lengths had been blown away, at last reaching the test box and getting into communication with Bde. They then repaired the wire and ran a line to a battery whose communication had been destroyed. As new breaks were made they repaired them again and again, all the time being under a heavy fire of H.E. and shrapnel. At one time Bdr.McKENZIE was badly bruised and shaken up, he carried on and with his companion succeeded in keeping up communication throughout the bombardment.
Driver Lloyd McKillen MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harry Wilbur McLannan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Donald Bain McLaren MM
During the operations for the capture of the PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE in October 1917, this man was a signaller in the 19th Battery C.F.A. On the 25th October when the second phase of the battle was staged, this man displayed conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty when, from an unprotected position at Forward Batt. H.Q. he operated a signal lamp during the period of twenty four hours. Although at times under the heaviest shell fire he carried on and sent through to an O.P. of the 4th Bde. C.F.A. from which there was a line to 4th Bde. C.F.A. headquarters, most valuable information. His courage and pluck in remaining at his post were exceptional, and as a result of his work, the Artillery covering the Battalion front was kept well posted as to the whereabouts of our men.
Battery Sergeant Major Austin William McLaskey MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Frederick McLean MM
On 18 September 1944 the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada were in the area of Foxborough (862925) and were attacking San Martino (862934). Gunner McLean was a wireless operator for the Artillery Representative from the 3 Canadian Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery attached to the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada.
On 18 September the area occupied by Battalion Headquarters of the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada was subjected to very intense enemy shelling which continued uninterrupted throughout the day. It was vitally important to the success of the operation that the wireless net should be maintained as this was the only means of communications with the rear areas. The wireless set was in a White scout car which was situated in a most exposed position owing to the difficulty in maintaining wireless communications. For seven hours during the most intense enemy fire Gunner McLean remained at his post, despite the fact that the vehicle was hit several times by shrapnel, numerous pieces piercing the canvas top. He continued to pass vital information and situation reports and maintained fire order communication to the supporting artillery which was thereby able to render valuable assistance to the infantry. Showing complete disregard for his own safety, Gunner McLean remained at his post until finally ordered to take cover.
Gunner McLean’s devotion to duty and personal bravery in keeping communications open under extremely dangerous conditions made possible the fire support from artillery which was a vital factor in the success of the operation.
Sergeant Harold E McLean
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John McLean MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Kenneth Winfred McLean MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Michael McLean MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Spurgeon Bruce McLean MM
On the 15th Nov: 1917 he was one of a party laying telephone line on PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE. By an enthusiastic adherence to duty and tireless efforts he showed an example to his comrades, and so under heavy shell fire did much to expedite the laying of a much needed line.
Gunner William McLean MM
For conspicuous bravery and coolness at VIMY in repairing wires between Group H.Q. and Battalion H.Q. previous to and on May 25th 1917, on which date location of Battalion H.Q. was changed owing to continual heavy shelling of the vicinity, and for bravery and fortitude on May 25th, in rescuing wounded when a concentrated bombardment caused twelve casualties in an old German gun pit by a direct hit. Though wounded in head and chest Gnr. McLEAN stuck manfully to the work, and with great nerve possibly saved the life of a man who was pinned down by a mangle foot by a timely amputation of the shattered leg on advice of a Medical Officer near by, to whom the circumstances had been reported, and who was attending to other wounded. Gnr. McLEAN’s conduct throughout was a splendid example of bravery, determination and devotion to duty.
Sergeant Harry Hector McLellan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John McLennan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harold McLeod MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John McLintock MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John Kenneth Mclntosh MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Staff Sergeant Archibald McMillan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Charles Duncan McMillan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John Alex McMillan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Joseph Thomas McMullan MM
Gunner McMullan was with 13 Canadian Field Regiment from “D” Day until he was seriously wounded on 28 February 1945. During this time he was employed first as a surveyor and later as an Observation Post Signaller. While acting as surveyor, Gunner McMullan showed particular initiative and bravery under heavy shelling. While acting as Observation Post Signaller he again repeatedly displayed these qualities under the most adverse and strenuous conditions. An example was during an attack on Keppeln, when communications to the Forward Observation Officer were disrupted due to technical difficulties. Gunner McMullan, without regard to his personal safety, took the initiative and, by bringing the signal vehicle further forward over mined and shell-swept ground, and by working on the radio set under the most appalling conditions was able to re-establish communications. The conduct of Gunner McMullan has been an inspiration to his comrades and a strong factor in the successful artillery support of many engagements.
Bombardier Joseph McMullin MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Howard McMunn MM
For bravery, determination and devotion to duty. In the attack north of PASSCHENDAELE on 10th Nov. 1917. Signaller MCMUNN accompanied the F.O.O. forward. When communication by lamp was impossible, signaller MCMUNN made two trips one by day and one by night, back to signalling station about one and a half miles in rear under heavy barrages and through almost impassable swampy and shell torn ground, with important messages.
Gunner John Thomas McNeice MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Hugh Cornelius McPhalen MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Alexander John McPherson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Kenneth Norman McRae MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Walter Watson McRae MM
At 1215 hours, 15 April 1944, “E” Flash Spotting Post of “P” Battery came under heavy enemy shelling. Bombardier McCrae was on duty in the Observation Post which was in the second floor of an abandoned house. Two of his men were at a sub-post. A direct hit on the west side of the Observation Post wounded three men. Bombardier McCrae reported to the Plotting Centre that he was going off the line, explaining the reason. He climbed down from the second floor window. Another shell wounded the remaining two men. He was assisting two men to a slit trench when the area was hit again, inflicting further injuries to an already wounded man. The shelling was now so intense that he decided that he should try to get his men and his truck out of the area. He got the men into the truck, having to carry one man, and started when a shell fell right behind the truck, cutting its brake line and piercing the cab and tailboards. He succeeded in getting his men to a Regimental Aid Post 400 yards away. He then went back on foot to look for the two men at the sub-post. He found the men and guided them out of the area When the shelling subsided, he returned to his Observation Post to carry on.
Gunner Wendell H McRae MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. On Aug:15th 1917, Gnr. McRAE acted as linesman. He worked through the ay at repairing lines. His work was carried out under particularly heavy shelling, rifle and machine gun fire. Break after break occurred in the line, but Gunner McRAE responded to every call and repaired the break. His fearlessness and determination assisted in providing communication by which valuable Artillery fire-control messages were sent contributing towards the success of the operation on this part of the front.
Bombardier William Elmer McRae MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Edgar Harris McRostie MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Wilbert McVeigh MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Signaller Harry Stephenson McWhinney MM
He was one of the Observation party that went to the Brigade Observation post in a pill-box on the night of Nov:9th, for the operations on Nov:10th at 2.30.am Nov:10th he was sent to “BELLVUE” to establish an intermediate station with a signalling lamp. He succeeded in getting communication through at 4.00.am. under the most trying conditions, and at times, intense enemy shell-fire. He relayed messages back to Brigade Headquarters until 4.00.p.m. that day without relief. As well as taking his own Officer’s messages, he intercepted Infantry lamp messages, and sent them on. His courage, GOOS JUDGEMENT, and resource resulted in our artillery obtaining valuable information in the quickest possible time.
Gunner Fred Meehan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Edward William Meers MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3rd. During the operations Gnr. MEERS E.W. and Dvr. MOORE,A.E. continuously went through a very heavy barrage in order to discover and mend breaks in the lines. Their excellent work enabled the Battery to engage many opportunity targets and assist in breaking up counter attacks which would not have been possible but for the great courage and coolness displayed by these two men.
Bombardier Alphonse Felix Menu MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Roland Lee Merritt MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Byron McLeod Mersereau MM with bar
Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Harry Stuart Merson MM
For distinguished conduct in connection with the operation on the early morning of July 23rd.1917, near AVION. He assisted in establishing communication to the O.P. during the enemy gas bombardment, and helped to maintain this line until the enemy barrage on our outpost line made this impossible. Subsequently the O.P. was moved forward, and when the signal for with-drawal was given, he collected several small detached parties of infantry who were completely lost owing to the dense smoke and gas and guided them through the lightest part of the enemy’s barrage to our lines.
Bombardier Adam Messer MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Louis Joseph Meurant MM
Gunner Meurant is a lineman for a Sound Ranging Troop of 1 Canadian Survey Regiment. This work necessitates him patrolling and maintaining telephone lines in the most forward areas. During the breaking of the Gothic Line and subsequent operations in the Po Valley these lines were constantly destroyed by heavy shelling and mortaring. In spite of these adverse conditions Gunner Meurant, showing initiative and steady courage, maintained the lines continuously. By his efforts the Sound Ranging Troop was able to locate many hostile guns and report them to the Counter-Battery Office for counter-action. On one occasion during a period of extremely heavy shelling and mortaring Gunner Meurant insisted on going out to repair a broken line and he and another lineman were wounded. Despite his wound he continued his work until it was successfully completed and then carried his companion to a first aid post. This soldier’s courage and example have been a continuous inspiration to all ranks of his unit.
Driver George Miles MM
For continuous good service in the field since February, 1915 to date, and for gallantry in action at Ypres, April 1915, Festubert May 1915 Givenchy June 1915 Bois Grenier September 1915.
Sergeant Reginald Charles Miles MM
On April 3rd 1918, the Battery was subjected to heavy hostile fire. The crews were ordered to their dug-outs. No.3. pit caught fire. Sgt MILES immediately went to the assistance of Bdr WELLS, who was trying to put it out. Most of the water had to be carried through heavy shelling for about 200yards. The cartridges in the pit were on fire, several boxes of S.A.A. were exploding, some shrapnel went off and hit the pit. Sgt MILES continued working until 3 p.m. when he was knocked down unconscious and rendered unfit for further work.
Bombardier James Millar MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier John Russell Millar MM
Lance-Bombardier Millar was wireless operator for the Forward Observation Officer of the 66 Field Battery, 14 Canadian Field Regiment on the afternoon of 1 May 1945 when the officer was supporting the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders in their attack across the River Ems and on to the village of Terborg. The infantry successfully entered Terborg only to immediately come under very heavy artillery fire prior to an enemy counter-attack. In order to keep communications open it was necessary for the carrier with the wireless set to move forward to a very exposed position on one of the dykes south of the town. Lance-Bombardier Millar, realizing the danger, ordered his driver and other members of the crew to stay back and personally took the carrier forward. He remained in this exposed position for five hours despite his carrier being hit by shell splinters on four occasions. As a result of his actions, communications were kept open during this vital period and the Forward Observation Officer was able to bring artillery concentrations down on the enemy’s counter-attack and break up.
Gunner David Miller MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Donald Albert Miller MM
Lance-Bombardier Miller joined 4 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment in September 1941 and served with the regiment throughout Italy and Holland. He has won an outstanding record while in action with the anti-tank regiment. Lance-Bombardier Miller is a capable Non-Commissioned Officer with a preponderance of enthusiasm which radiates to his comrades, inspiring them to deeds of bravery of the highest order. On the 10 June 1944, when the self-propelled anti-tank guns were supporting an armoured regiment south of Pofi, Italy, Lance-Bombardier Miller’s gun received a direct hit which immediately set the ammunition on fire. At the time of the hit Lance-Bombardier Miller was on the ground guiding his gun through a tank obstacle. Realizing that the detachment inside the vehicle had been injured, this Non-Commissioned Officer without hesitation climbed into the burning gun pit and in spite of exploding ammunition bodily lifted two of his seriously injured comrades out of the tank and lowered them to the ground to safety. Although receiving serious burns about the hands and face, Lance-Bombardier Miller again attempted to enter the tank but was forced back by intense flames.
In September 1944, north of Alfonsine in Italy, two enemy self-propelled guns penetrated our lines at night and attacking from a blind flank scored direct hits on three self-propelled guns of the regiment. Lance-Bombardier Miller, who was in charge of a gun detachment, immediately ordered his vehicle, on his own initiative, through the wooded terrain to within point-plank range of the enemy guns and personally directed fire onto the nearest gun, knocking it out with three rounds. Lance-Bombardier Miller has conducted himself in action with outstanding coolness and bravery. By his display of initiative and willingness to accept responsibility in the absence of more senior Non-Commissioned Officers, Lance-Bombardier Miller has won the respect of his comrades and has established a record of which any soldier would be proud.
Sergeant Donald George Miller MM
During the operation by 2 Canadian Infantry Division on 14 April 1945, which resulted in the capture of the important city of Groningen, Sergeant Miller was in command of a self-propelled 17-pounder gun in “C” Troop, 2 Canadian Anti-tank Regiment. “C” Troop was supporting the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry in their attack on the southern part of the town.
At about 1600 hours the Troop Commander of “C” Troop was notified that “C” Company of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry were on their objective but were completely pinned down by intense fire from determined and well-sited enemy snipers. Machine guns and flak guns were also firing from ground and upstairs positions in buildings and completely covering the objective and approaches. Any movement produced casualties and the situation was critical. No tanks were available and the Commanding Officer of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry asked if a self-propelled gun could be brought up. In spite of heavy and continuous fire directed at him, much of which was fired from above at the open top of his vehicle, Sergeant Miller moved his gun about in the area engaging enemy positions until all were silenced and the infantry enabled to consolidate its position, forming a fire base for 5 Canadian Infantry Brigade to pass through in the next phase.
By his coolness, initiative and complete disregard for personal safety Sergeant Miller was largely responsible for relieving a situation which might well have jeopardized the success of the attack.
Gunner Hugh Miller MM with bar
On November 6^th. 1917. At Mosselmarkt, d.6.a. this man set up his lamp on the roof of a pillbox and flashed back important messages dealing with the tactical situation, under heavy shell fire, until a splinter from a heavy shell, bursting very close, struck his steel helmet, stunning him. On coming to he carried on until visibility stopped further messages being sent. While there he noticed several of our wounded lying out in the open and being unable to carrying on further with his lamp, he proceeded through a heavy enemy barrage and machine gun fire and bandaged them up and assisted them to a place of safety.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Jack Keith Miller MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Lloyd George Miller MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Miller MM
At VIMY on April 8th 1917, This gunner acted as telephonist at the O.P. and established communication with his Battery under very heavy shell fire. When the wire was damaged beyond repair he acted as runner., carrying valuable information whereby the guns were kept in action and the operations successfully completed.
Battery Quarter Master Sergeant Joseph Gerald Mills MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sapper John Williams Milne DCM MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Stanley Robert Milne MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Petty Milne Milner MM
For gallantry in laying and maintaining battery communications under heavy fire throughout operations.
Bombardier Arthur John Mitcham MM
This N.C.O. with other Gunners on the morning of November 3rd 1917 formed the personnel of two gun crews that went into action. These two crews kept their guns in action although during the whole period the area within a radius of 500 yards was subjected to a continuous bombardment with shells that were coming in at an average rate of twenty per minute. Ammunition was set on fire in the position and one of the shells was so close that the Gunners were knocked down by the force of the explosion. This N.C.O. and the Gunners with conspicuous bravery, stuck to their guns, and maintained fire. They were absolutely without cover, and miraculously escaped injury. Within three minutes of withdrawing the men from their guns, one of the guns was hit and the whole shattered.
Bombardier David Mitchell MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty near LIEVIN on July 22nd 1917. During heavy enemy shelling on the Battery position one of the cellars in which was this N.C.O. and two men, with two others, was stuck by a delayed action shell. This N.C.O. and the two men managed to extricate themselves from the debris and despite the fact that the enemy was still shelling heavily the building, they worked until they had rescued the two men, still buried. The splendid courage and coolness displayed by this N.C.O. undoubtedly saved the life of one of the two buried, the other being dead when released.
Bombardier James Malcolm Mitchell MM
During the attack on Calais, Bombardier James Malcolm Mitchell, 12 Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery, was a signaller in an observation post operating with the Regina Rifle Regiment. On the night of 28 September 1944 Bombardier Mitchell went forward with his observation post officer, wading across 200 yards of land inundated to a depth of two to four feet of water which lay between Frethun and the outskirts of Calais, carrying his No.22 wireless set above the water over a most hazardous route covered with hidden minefields and shell craters, to a position less than 200 yards from the enemy’s machine guns and 88-mm guns. This Non-Commissioned Officer remained under very heavy enemy fire in this forward exposed position for the following two days, maintaining communications with the gun position. It was Bombardier Mitchell’s dogged persistence and determination to keep open the only means of communication and thus enable his observation post officer to pass back artillery orders which directly assisted in the successful outcome of the Regina Rifles and the brigade’s operations against Calais.
Gunner Thomas Arthur Mitchell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lance Bombardier Asa Allison Mitton MM
On 25 July 1943, during the attack on Nissoria, Regimental Headquarters 3 Canadian Field Regiment came under observed artillery fire, which caused casualties. Lance-Bombardier Mitton, Medical Orderly, seized his haversack, and with complete disregard for his own safety, went from casualty to casualty administering first aid. Counter battery action immediately ensued, but it was fifteen minutes before the enemy fire was silenced. During this entire period the conduct of this Non-Commissioned Officer was an outstanding example of courage and devotion to duty, and an inspiration to all ranks.
Bombardier David Baillie Moffat
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John Reginald Charles Moffat MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Lindsay Clifford Moffatt MM
This N.C.O. on the night of the 31st October 1917 at a Black House on the ZONNEBEKE ROAD volunteered to assist to clear some stretcher cases which it was urgently necessary to have evacuated. He displayed great bravery in helping to load two cases into a horse ambulance when the enemy was shelling heavily the road to the vicinity of the Black-House.
Driver George Mohun MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Robert Lowell Mollison MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Richard Monahan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Donald James Moncrieff MM
Gunner Moncrieff has been driver-operator with “B” Troop, 4 Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment during the entire campaign in Northwest Europe. His efficiency and devotion to duty in the most trying and dangerous circumstances have contributed largely to the success this troop has had. During the month of April 1945 “B” Troop was working in a ground role in close support of the Royal Winnipeg Rifles. Despite the lack of sufficient wireless equipment this Gunner on his own initiative organized the communications making liberal use of captured German equipment which he repaired himself and went forward with the infantry as a Forward Observation Officer signaller. At one point the infantry crossed a bridge which was not strong enough to bear the weight of Gunner Moncrieff’s light vehicle complete with his signal equipment. This Gunner immediately volunteered to get across a bridge some distance away and which was not in our hands. He did so successfully and thus maintained communications which were essential for the success of the operation. Later he acted as Observation Post Signaller and through their position was heavily mortared he remained at his post and cooly passed fire orders, utterly disregarding the danger.
Battery Sergeant Major Robert Smith Monro MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Arthur Reginald Montgomery MM
On November 5th this N.C.O. was in charge of a large Pack Train. He succeeded in reaching the guns with a complete echelon after having passed through a very heavy hostile barrage, returning and repeating the performance without a casualty, only owing to his skillful leadership and devotion to duty. His conduct during this period was a fine example to those under him.
Sergeant John Herbert Montgomery MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Albert Edward Moore MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS on May 3rd. During the operations Dvr. MOORE,A.E. and Gnr.MEERS, E.W. continuously went through a very heavy enemy barrage in order to discover and mend breaks in the lines. Their excellent work enabled the Battery to engage many opportunity targets and assist in breaking up counter attacks which would not have been possible but for the great courage and coolness displayed by these two men.
Gunner Ernest Godfrey Moore MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal John Moore MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Philip John Moore MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Battery Sergeant Major Samuel Moore MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Charles Albert Morgan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Alfred Morgan MM
For gallant and meritorious conduct. At VIMY April 9th 1917 this man laid over 2,000 yards of wire across recently occupied and heavily shelled ground to an O.P. on the forward slope of VIMY RIDGE. Throughout the day he constantly patrolled the line under heavy fire repairing breaks, maintaining communication with the Battery and enabling fire to be brought to bear on enemy formations. When his companion was wounded he dressed his wound, and carried on alone with great devotion to duty until relieved.
Corporal Charles Keith Morison MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Thomas Dalby Morkill MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner George Leslie Morland MM
On 4 October 1944, No.6 Detachment, “D” Troop, 5 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Battery of 2 Canadian Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery was manning a 40-mm Bofors gun in readiness for night fighting in the area of 3 Canadian Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery near San Mauro (Map Reference 761039). The gun detachment consisted of two Non-Commissioned Officers and six men, one of whom was B.21687 Gunner George Leslie Morland.
At 0015 hours an enemy shell burst over the detachment’s quarters, killing the Sergeant who commanded the detachment and two of the gunners. One Lance-Bombardier and two gunners were seriously wounded. Gunner Morland, alone and under heavy shell fire, immediately took charge and rendered first aid to Gunner E.V. Brooks who had one leg blown off and a serious wound in the other leg and in the neck. By applying a tourniquet to Gunner Brooks’ leg and mud packs and bandages to his neck he succeeded in stopping the flow of blood. Gunner Morland then ran 400 yards to the nearest Regimental Aid Post and brought back an ambulance. He then walked back to the Regimental Aid Post with another wounded member of the gun detachment and from there proceeded on foot to report to his Troop Headquarters which was a distance of over two miles away. For a period of over three hors and under shell fire Gunner Morland had worked alone trying to aid his wounded comrades. Throughout this time and under the most trying conditions he displayed great coolness and decisiveness in his actions with complete disregard for his own personal safety.
Gunner Russell Vokes Morris MM with bar
Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bar to Military Medal – Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Cyril Walter Bruce Morse MM
On the night of the 18th July this N.C.O. was guiding ten G.S. Waggons containing Trench Mortar Bombs to the dumps. The enemy began shelling the road, and Sgt MORSE and the lead driver of the leading waggon were wounded. Although Sgt MORSE was hit in three different places, he ordered the waggon to a place of more safety. Although the road was still being shelled he carried the wounded driver to cover, bandaged his wounds prior to his own, and waited for assistance which he had sent for.
Bombardier Herbert Archibald Morton MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Clifford Mosher MM
On the night of 18/19th November Cpl. Mosher was N.C.O. in charge. Cpl Mosher on his own initiative, with great gallantry and at personal risk on account of exploding shells, tried three times to scatter the ammunition affected in order to localize the damage and if possible save the ammunition. It was not until a large explosion occurred that he stopped these attempts and retired after having first shown great courage and presence of mind in seeing that everyone was awakened and sent away from the dump. Without doubt the courageous work of this N.C.O. was the means of saving many lives as the men were barely clear of the dump when a tremendous explosion occurred, wrecking everything in the vicinity of the dump.
Sergeant George Ernald Montague Mosley MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Gavin Colvin Mouat MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Cecil Saul Moulds MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Chester William Muirhead MM
On 26 February 1945, Gunner Muirhead was signaller to the Artillery Commanding Officer’s Representative with the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada. During the night the battalion attacked and captured a strong enemy defence position on the high ground south of Calcar, the assaulting infantry and supporting troops being carried forward on to their first objective in armoured vehicles. On reaching its area, the Battalion Headquarters group came under a heavy concentration of gun and small arms fire. A German 88-mm gun, firing at point-blank range, knocked out the Battalion Commander’s tank with a direct hit, and it became necessary for all troops to take cover until the opposition could be overcome.
During the vicious and concentrated enemy attack, all communications to forward companies and to Brigade Headquarters were cut. Realizing the vital and immediate importance of re-establishing communications for the continued direction and control of the action, Gunner Muirhead quickly built two wireless ground stations, restoring signal communications with the infantry companies and the supporting artillery. This task was undertaken and completed under the most difficult and dangerous conditions of continuous enemy fire, and Gunner Muirhead was several times forced to cross open ground swept by machine gun and small arms fire. Showing absolute determination and complete disregard for his own safety, this soldier remained at his post, refusing to take cover or to rest. Throughout the remainder of the night and the day following, he continued to maintain the all-important communications, passing situation reports and fire orders.
During the entire engagement, Gunner Muirhead displayed gallantry and courage of the highest order. His coolness and bravery under fire and his devotion to duty enabled the Battalion Commander to direct and control the further phases of the attack. As a further result of his outstanding conduct, the Brigade Commander was kept informed of the immediate progress of the battle and was materially assisted in his direction of a successful brigade operation.
Lance Bombardier Ashton William Mullan MM
On 29 March 1945, at Terborg, Holland, Lance-Bombardier Mullan, 3 Canadian Medium Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery, was a member of an Observation Post team in support of 6 Canadian Infantry Brigade in its drive northwest of Emmerich following the Rhine crossing. It was necessary to establish and Observation Post in a church tower while the enemy was still resisting less than 100 yards away. Because speed was essential and an adequate field of observation was available, the Observation Post was first established half-way up the tower so that a nearby strong point could be immediately engaged by the Observation Post officer.
Lance-Bombardier Mullan volunteered and proceeded to the top of the steeple in order to reconnoitre and prepare a new Observation Post. While up there heavy shelling began, called for by the enemy still resisting in the nearby town hall. The steeple received a direct hit but despite this Lance-Bombardier Mullan continued to establish the new Observation Post. Disregarding the dangers of continual shelling and inadequate protection, Lance-Bombardier Mullan ran down to a flank in order to take sound bearings on the shelling. As a direct result of his sound bearings several bombardments were fired. During this and other operations Lance-Bombardier Mullan has repeatedly shown exceptional devotion to duty and complete disregard of personal safety in order that more effective artillery fire could be brought to bear on the enemy.
Sergeant Isaac Oliver Mundee MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the night of November 15/16th during operations around PASSCHENDAELE this N.C.O. was in charge of detail packing ammunition to 16th Bty. C.F.A. The enemy were shelling the Battery position and plank road heavily, the road being badly smashed in many places. The patrol told this N.C.O. that he would be unable to get through, but he insisted on going ahead, knowing the ammunition was urgently wanted. He carried planks to place across the bad places and delivered the ammunition. The courage, coolness and determination displayed by this N.C.O. set a splendid example to the men under him.
Sergeant Hamish Coull Munro MM
On 27th May 1944 “F” Troop of the 49th Battery of the 4th Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery was ordered to ferry four of their own guns and three guns of the Perth Regiment of Canada across the Liri River about three-quarters of a mile south of Ceprano. It was necessary that the anti-tank guns be in position on this bridgehead before the infantry could be committed. As the guns were moved clear of cover they came under heavy shell and mortar fire and, in addition, on the approach to the rafting site, a distance of 50 yards, were engaged by two enemy snipers and the direct fire of an enemy machine gun post located on the far side of the river about 300 yards distant. Bombardier Munro took the initiative and three times led a group of men to assist the gun detachments in getting their guns across the open fire-swept ground and down to the river bank where there was cover from the enemy. As re returned for the fourth gun he definitely located the machine gun post which he had not been able to pinpoint previously and immediately put a six-pounder gun in action and engaged the enemy until the machine gun post was silenced. It was then possible to bring forward the necessary rafting materials without casualties or loss of equipment. By his devotion to duty, initiative and inspired leadership Bombardier Munro ensured that the guns necessary for consolidation of the bridgehead and the materials necessary for the construction of the rafts reached the river without delay and with the minimum of casualties.
Corporal Norman Munroe MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Andrew Murphy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Henry John Murphy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Lieutenant J Murphy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Joseph William Murphy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Archibald Murray MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant John Menzie Murray MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Murray MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William James Ross Murray MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man was a linesman and constantly patrolled the line from advanced front to rear, despite extremely heavy shell-fire. Although the line was repeatedly broken, communication was never held up for more than a few minutes. This man displayed the greatest courage, coolness and tenacity, and their work was of great value.
Gunner Joseph Arthur Muse MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Whitney Pearson Musgrave MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Perry R Musson MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as telephonist with Forward Observing Officer in Hessian Trench, on October 1st, 1916. He voluntarily crossed the open ground between the two trenches several times, carrying messages of the utmost importance, under very heavy bombardment. He has repeatedly rendered conspicuous service during the Somme operations.
Bombardier Leo Myers MM
Has shown great gallantry in laying telephone wires and maintaining battery communications under shell fire since July 1st.
Sergeant William Mylchreest MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner William Frederick Myring MM
When on the morning of the 17th August 1917. The battery was being heavily shelled by enemy’s large calibre Howitzers with balloon observation, he voluntarily returned to the guns on five different occasions and with dixies of tea put out fires that had started in camouflage and ammunition dumps, thus preventing the enemy from observing the effectiveness of his fire and also saving a considerable quantity of ammunition. The loss of any ammunition at that time would have caused the Battery to go out of action before the arrival of a supply.
Sergeant Abram Leland Stanley Nash MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Ernest Morehouse Neal MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal George Gustaf Neher MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Donald Gillespie Neil MM
On 17 September 1944, “I” Troop, 111 Battery, 7 Canadian Anti-Tank Regiment was in support of tanks and infantry of 1 Canadian Infantry Division in their attack to break out of the confining bridgehead already established across the Marano River. This troop waited in a forward hide (Map Reference 885901) for the battle to resume. Due to heavy enemy shell and mortar fire, the crews of the self-propelled guns were dismounted and with reserve infantry personnel were taking cover under the armoured vehicles. At approximately 1630 hours one of the self-propelled guns received a direct hit by a heavy calibre shell which immediately set it on fire. Some of those sheltering beneath were wounded.
K.92306 Sergeant Donald Gillespie Neil, realizing the predicament that the wounded were in and that they were unable to help themselves, set about evacuating them to cover. The 3-inch ammunition in the burning self-propelled began to explode from the heat but despite this danger and that of the heavy shell fire which the burning vehicle now attracted, he crawled under the self-propelled gun and evacuated three of the wounded to safety. At this time a second self-propelled gun caught fire. In spite of his knowledge that the self-propelled was carrying high explosive ammunition and that it was in danger of imminent explosion, Sergeant Neil climbed into the burning turret and put out the fire. He then drove the vehicle out of the danger area.
By his prompt and courageous action and disregard for personal safety, Sergeant Neil saved the lives of those wounded, and also a valuable piece of equipment. His courage and complete disregard of danger were an inspiration to those around him and his actions are worthy of the highest praise.
Gunner Claude Nelson MM
For gallant conduct and devotion to duty during the bombardment of the “Cutting” at Hill 60 on 26th April 1916. Throughout the day during a time of considerable tension this man showed unflinching devotion to duty, firing his Mortar intermittently with great effect. In the evening under an intense bombardment and immediately following the blowing up of the German mine and under most trying conditions he opened and continued fire with telling effect until all ammunition except the minimum reserve for counter-attacks had been expended.
Corporal Stanley Nelson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Harold Thomas Newlove MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver William Dagleish Nichol MM
On the night of Oct; 4th-5th, 1916, a section of the 12th Battery was move forward to an advanced position. Dvr Nichol did conspicuous good work in driving, and at times man-handling guns and wagons over almost impassable terrain. He worked for eleven hours fire, and it was largely as a result of his courage and energy that the move was carried out successfully.
Driver Frank Leslie Nichols MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Sebastin John Nichols MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Frank Hugh Nicholson MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal Frank James Nickle MM
For gallantry and courage he displayed on the 14th November 1917. A shell landed on a large pile of ammunition, causing a terrific explosion which killed and wounded a large number of Gunners, Drivers and horses, and set fire to two motor lorries, and a large dump of ammunition (in boxes) on the road. On hearing cries of wounded men coming from the flames of the burning lorries this man at once ran to the rescue, while nearly everyone else in the vicinity was running away from the still burning shells. He entered the flaming area again and again and succeeded in finding and dragging out six R.F.A. Gunners all severely wounded, and with their clothing already on fire. He rolled the wounded men in the mud to extinguish the flames and carried them out of the danger zone. He then returned to the still furiously burning lorries and searched for mor live men among the dead. He did not leave until ordered to do so. A few seconds after they got clear, another pile went off with a heavy explosion, which would have undoubtedly killed both rescued and rescuer had he been a few minutes later.
Sergeant Frank Nicks MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier James Ninness MM
On 18/19 February 1945, Bombardier James Ninness, 12 Canadian Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery, was in charge of a cable party operating between the guns and an Observation Post with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles. This battalion had the task of taking the high ground at Louisendorf, Germany, since it dominated the area from which the larger operation for the capture of the Hochwald defences could start.
It was essential to the success of the attack that the Forward Observation Officer should have good communications with the battalion headquarters and the guns. Throughout the 36 hours of the attack and consolidation of the objective, the area was subjected to intense enemy machine gun and mortar fire which not only frequently cut the cable but made the repair of it extremely hazardous. During this period Bombardier Ninness showed great bravery and leadership. On several occasions during heavy mortar fire he went out alone along the line to make the necessary repairs. His actions and tenacity of purpose were an example to his men, resulting in the communications seldom being out for long. The artillery support, so necessary during the critical stages of the battle, was thus always available.
Corporal Harvey Noble DCM MM
While the Section to which this N.C.O belonged was proceeding to the front line to take part in the attack on PASSCHENDAELE RIDGE on the 6-11-17, the enemy laid down a barrage in which the section was caught. The Officer in charge of the section the Sgt and two other ranks were seriously wounded. Cpl NOBLE immediately took charge, removed the wounded Officer and other ranks to a dressing station, came back and collected the remaining men and proceeded to the front line, there he placed two mortars in action, and assisted the infantry to advance. This N.C.O’s action undoubtedly prevented further casualties and saved the lives of his Officer and wounded comrades.
Bombardier Alfred Nokes MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Philip Noonan MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Charles Henry Norman MM
For gallant conduct during the heavy bombardment of Hill 60 on the evening of 26th April 1916, when Gnr Norman and Pte Dwyer were the first to volunteer to carry S.A.Ammunition to the railway cutting to the front line trenches under very heavy shell fire.
Gunner Herbert John Nunn MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier John Thomas Nunn MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. During an intense bombardment on 28th of March 1918, a dugout in which was Bdr NUNN and another man, was hit and caved in. These two men though stunned and gassed succeeded in digging themselves out immediately after which they started to dig out a second dugout which had also been done in, burying Gnr HEWSON. They worked for over thirty minutes, under most intense shell fire, before they succeeded in rescuing HEWSON, who undoubtedly would have been smothered, had he remained as he was a few minutes longer.
Sergeant Richard Francis O’Boyle MM
For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty in the bringing up of ammunition. This N.C.O. displayed splendid devotion to duty and bravery in bringing up ammunition to the guns under very difficult conditions during the operations for the capture of PASSCHENDAELE RIGE in Oct. and Nov. 1917. The guns of the 21st How. Bty were considerably in advance of those of other Batteries in their group, and the road over which ammunition had to be packed was under almost continuous heavy shell fire, there being few occasions on which casualties to men and Horses carrying ammunition have not occurred. Although many recent reinforcements were employed in this work, this N.C.O. by his coolness and example did succeed in bringing up ammunition at all times when other convoys have failed.
Gunner Michael O’Brien MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Joseph Edward O’Callahan MM
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on April 6/7th. Ammunition had to be taken up to the advance section of the Battery Dvr. O’CALLAHAN was leading a pack train, which came under heavy fire. The horses became excite but by his coolness he quieted them and led the train through the shelled area. The train made three trips and each time it was necessary to pass through this barrage. By his courage he set an example to the remainer of the men, and the ammunition, which was urgently required was delivered in time.
Acting Bombardier Thomas James O’Connell MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Patrick Lawrence O’Connor
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Thomas Henry O’Connor MM
For gallant and Meritorious conduct. As telephonist with the F.O.O. of his Battalion, April 9th 1917, this man established himself 150 yards in advance of our Infantry line, on the forward slope of VIMY RIDGE. He was under constant fire from snipers, machine guns and artillery during the afternoon and evening, but performed his work with great efficiency, and by his coolness and clear transmission of orders enabled fire to be brought to bear rapidly and effectively on advancing enemy troops.
Gunner Raymond Charles O’Donoghue MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal John O’Donoughue MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Cornelius Francis O’Gorman MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Henry George Oldfield MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Corporal John O’Leary MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier James Agustine O’Leary MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Cornelius Alfred O’Neil MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner Michael Cornelius O’Neill MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Daniel O’Rourke MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Bombardier Edwin Alexander Orr MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Gunner John Osinchuk MM
On the night of 23 July 1944, the Bofors gun detachment of which Gunner Osinchuk was a member was deployed to protect gun areas immediately south of Faubourg de Vaucelles. Between the hours 2330 and 2345 a very heavy and concentrated air attack was made on this area. The detachment engaged an aircraft seen by the light of the flares and continued to engage it when the aircraft banked and dived low, strafing the gun and crew with machine gun fire. Gunner Osinchuk, seeing that ammunition inside the pit was running low, left the shelter of the pit and going outside, at great personal risk continued to pass ammunition to the crew until a container of anti-personnel bombs was dropped. These burst in and around the pit, killing another member of the crew and wounding Gunner Osinchuk. Gunner Osinchuk’s action, taken in the face of extremely heavy fire, enabled the gun to continue in action until disabled by the bombs referred to above.
Driver Richard Ossy MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Sergeant Harold Ostrom MM MSM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.
Driver Joseph Henry Ouellet MM
For conspicuous courage and good conduct handling his ammunition wagon under heavy shell fire on 2nd, June 1916 near Ypres. This man drove his ammunition wagon right up to the battery position under heavy shell fire notwithstanding the fact that a shell burst within a few yards of his team, and kept control of the horses, until the ammunition wagon was unloaded. This was at a time when ammunition was short and every round was needed.
Corporal George R Overs MM
Circumstances for this award are yet to be discovered.