as at 15 January 2024
Lieutenant George Victor Atkins, MC was a member of the 11th (Reserve) Anti-Aircraft Regiment ,RCA in 1944. In the First World War, he enlisted as an Infantry soldier with the 195th Battalion, received a commission and was awarded the Military Cross while serving with the 102nd Canadian Infantry Battalion. His citation reads:
For most conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the operation near Blewart on Oct. 1st 1918. With only nineteen men he went forward and captured his objective in magnificent style from a vastly superior enemy. His objective captured he consolidated and with the eleven men now left effectively took up a defensive position at Cuvillers and maintained his stand, inflicting casualties on the enemy. The same night he again distinguished himself by the manner in which he handled his relief. Throughout he set a splendid example to those under him.
For most conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the operation near Blewart on Oct. 1st 1918. With only nineteen men he went forward and captured his objective in magnificent style from a vastly superior enemy. His objective captured he consolidated and with the eleven men now left effectively took up a defensive position at Cuvillers and maintained his stand, inflicting casualties on the enemy. The same night he again distinguished himself by the manner in which he handled his relief. Throughout he set a splendid example to those under him.
Captain Christopher Robinson Burton, MC was the Adjutant of 15th (Vancouver) Coast Brigade, RCA, NPAM from 18 July 1940 to 1941. His award of the Military Cross was during his service with the Royal Garrison Artillery. At one point he was taken on strength with the 19th Tank Corps although the details of the award has yet to be discovered.
Major Arthur Francis Cagney, MC, MM and Bar enlisted with Boorman's Battery, Vancouver Voluntary Reserve Artillery and went overseas with the Canadian Field Artillery. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty near Mont Gribus, south of Mons, on 10th Nov. 1918. He was on patrol charged with the duty of reconnoitring the front and flanks of country dominated by enemy observation and swept by machine gun fire, performing what at times seemed an impossible task wit the greatest disregard to danger, and enabling the artillery to advance boldly, and take up fresh positions.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty near Mont Gribus, south of Mons, on 10th Nov. 1918. He was on patrol charged with the duty of reconnoitring the front and flanks of country dominated by enemy observation and swept by machine gun fire, performing what at times seemed an impossible task wit the greatest disregard to danger, and enabling the artillery to advance boldly, and take up fresh positions.
Lieutenant Robert Lindsay Challoner, MC was a member of the 11th (Reserve) Anti-Aircraft Regiment RCA and the 39th Field Regiment RCA (RF) during the Second World War. In the First World War, after graduating as an Artillery officer from Royal Military College, he was taken on strength with the Royal Engineers. It was during this time that he was awarded the Military Cross for bravery, the details of which are still to be uncovered.
Lieutenant Joseph Gordon Chutter, MC was a member of the Vancouver Overseas Artillery Association in 1919. During the first World War he served with the 3rd Brigade Canadian Garrison Artillery. He was Mentioned in Despatches on 31 December 1918, and awarded the Military Cross on 2 April, 1919, His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the night of 5th Nov. 1918, at Valenciennes. He started out from Bde Hqrs with a party of signallers, four lorries & wire to establish forward communication. Enroute all four lorries had to be left, three being ditched and one being shelled. He then proceeded on foot under fire four kilometres and gave the forward sections of two batteries and two heavy batteries their operations orders for the morning. Through his initiative the four units were able to support the infantry in the morning attack.
He was again Mentioned in Despatches 11 July 1919.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the night of 5th Nov. 1918, at Valenciennes. He started out from Bde Hqrs with a party of signallers, four lorries & wire to establish forward communication. Enroute all four lorries had to be left, three being ditched and one being shelled. He then proceeded on foot under fire four kilometres and gave the forward sections of two batteries and two heavy batteries their operations orders for the morning. Through his initiative the four units were able to support the infantry in the morning attack.
He was again Mentioned in Despatches 11 July 1919.
Lieutenant Joseph Badenoch Clearihue, MC attested into the 62nd Battery, 15th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery in 1916. He transferred to the 51st (Howitzer) Battery, 13th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery in 1917. It was during his service with this unit that he was awarded the Military Cross. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at Valenciennes on 1st Nov 1918, as liaison officer with the attacking battalion. Throughout the operation and the succeeding days he directed the firing on many strong points and machine gun posts, which were holding up the infantry, sent back reports of great tactical value, and although frequently under very heavy fire, showed the greatest courage and determination in carrying out his duties.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at Valenciennes on 1st Nov 1918, as liaison officer with the attacking battalion. Throughout the operation and the succeeding days he directed the firing on many strong points and machine gun posts, which were holding up the infantry, sent back reports of great tactical value, and although frequently under very heavy fire, showed the greatest courage and determination in carrying out his duties.
Lieutenant Arthur Justin Cowan, MC was a member of the Vancouver Overseas Artillery Association in 1919. He served with the 27th Battery, 4th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery during the First World War and was awarded the Military Cross for his actions on 9 November 1917. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during three days operations under heavy fire. Hearing that one of the guns of the Battery had been hit, and that the No, 1. could not be found, he ran up the road under an intense barrage. He found a sergeant lying wounded, and brought him back, unaided, to a place of safety.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during three days operations under heavy fire. Hearing that one of the guns of the Battery had been hit, and that the No, 1. could not be found, he ran up the road under an intense barrage. He found a sergeant lying wounded, and brought him back, unaided, to a place of safety.
Lieutenant-Colonel Charles Douglas Crowe, MC, ED was a member of 31st Battery, 9th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, CEF when he was awarded a bar to his Military Cross. The citation for the bar has yet to be discovered while the citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He rushed forward and dragged away a wounded man who was lying beside some ammunition that was on fire and exploding.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He rushed forward and dragged away a wounded man who was lying beside some ammunition that was on fire and exploding.
Lieutenant Achilles Daunt Golden, MC was taken on strength with 31st Battery, 9th Brigade on 2 November 1917 and subsequently transferred to 25th Battery 6th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery on 12 February 1918, awarded Military Cross 15 Feb 1919. His citation reads:
For marked gallantry and initiative on Sept. 2nd 1918. He was in charge of a single gun which advanced in close support of the infantry. During the whole day, under heavy fire, he kept close with the advance. When the infantry were held up in front of Villers-les-cagnicount by machine gunfire from woods, he turned his gun on these woods so successfully that half an hour later the infantry swept through with hardly a casualty. Later, coming across several enemy 7.7 cm guns, he turned two of them about and did good execution against enemy personnel and transport inflicting heavy casualties.
For marked gallantry and initiative on Sept. 2nd 1918. He was in charge of a single gun which advanced in close support of the infantry. During the whole day, under heavy fire, he kept close with the advance. When the infantry were held up in front of Villers-les-cagnicount by machine gunfire from woods, he turned his gun on these woods so successfully that half an hour later the infantry swept through with hardly a casualty. Later, coming across several enemy 7.7 cm guns, he turned two of them about and did good execution against enemy personnel and transport inflicting heavy casualties.
Major Carl Seymour Gonnason, MC was taken on strength with the 15th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery when it was formed in Victoria in 1916. He was subsequently transferred to, and went overseas with, the 1st Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and resource during an attack. He was in charge of an officers patrol and went forward with the Infantry. He kept up communications with the rear in spite of heavy shell fire and sent back valuable information. He also put in action two enemy guns, which he turned around and fired over two hundred rounds himself into the retreating enemy.
For conspicuous gallantry and resource during an attack. He was in charge of an officers patrol and went forward with the Infantry. He kept up communications with the rear in spite of heavy shell fire and sent back valuable information. He also put in action two enemy guns, which he turned around and fired over two hundred rounds himself into the retreating enemy.
Lieutenant David Adams Guildford, MC VD was a member of the 5th Canadian Siege Battery and was awarded the Military Cross on 3 Jun 1919. No details are recorded on the citation card.
Lieutenant D.N. Hess, MC was a member of the Corps Reserve in 1922. We have yet to find the details for the award.
Lieutenant George John Tweedie Inch, MC was a member of 31st Battery, 9th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery 2 November 1917 to 17 February 1918 and was awarded the Military Cross after the war on 3 June 1919. There are no details regarding the action that earned him the medal however the following excerpts from the War Diaries do mention his exploits on 9 Aug 1918:
Lieut. Inch, 31 Battery C.F.A., with section detailed to advance with and support the 4th CMRs, 5th CMRs. Lieut. Philpott, 33 Battery. Our infantry which had been held up between BEAUCOURT and LE QUESNIL during the previous evening, had asked for artillery support, the guns of the brigade opening up on LE QUESNIL at 4.30am. The 4th Canadian Division then rushed and took the town after sharp fighting about 6.00am. The two advanced sections followed up with the battalion commanders and greatly assisted the advance of our infantry. Lieut. Inch took up five positions during the day firing 138 rounds at close range.
Lieut. Inch, 31 Battery C.F.A., with section detailed to advance with and support the 4th CMRs, 5th CMRs. Lieut. Philpott, 33 Battery. Our infantry which had been held up between BEAUCOURT and LE QUESNIL during the previous evening, had asked for artillery support, the guns of the brigade opening up on LE QUESNIL at 4.30am. The 4th Canadian Division then rushed and took the town after sharp fighting about 6.00am. The two advanced sections followed up with the battalion commanders and greatly assisted the advance of our infantry. Lieut. Inch took up five positions during the day firing 138 rounds at close range.
Lieutenant H. Jones, MC was a Lieutenant in 5th Medium Battery, 15th Field Brigade, CA in 1928. We have yet to find the details for the award.
Lieutenant James Boyd MacLachlan, MC was a member of 60th Battery, 15th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, Canadian Expeditionary Force and was later transferred to the 1st Heavy Battery, Canadian Garrison Artillery where he was awarded the Military Cross. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He established himself in an observation post before an attack and remained there for three and a half days under continual fire. He showed splendid coolness and determination.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He established himself in an observation post before an attack and remained there for three and a half days under continual fire. He showed splendid coolness and determination.
Captain Hugh John Maclaren, MC was a member of the 31st Battery, 9th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at the battery position near Frem Lenglet on 18th Oct, 1918. Enemy shelling having ignited a large dump of ammunition causing two casualties, he rushed to the spot, and after several attempts, succeeded in extinguishing the fire. His gallant act and presence of mind saved two guns and many rounds of ammunition and prevented further casualties.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at the battery position near Frem Lenglet on 18th Oct, 1918. Enemy shelling having ignited a large dump of ammunition causing two casualties, he rushed to the spot, and after several attempts, succeeded in extinguishing the fire. His gallant act and presence of mind saved two guns and many rounds of ammunition and prevented further casualties.
Lieutenant Alexander MacLean, MC enrolled with the 62nd Battery, 15th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, CEF in 1916. In France, he was transferred to the 8th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, CEF and was awarded the Military Cross. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as forward observation officer. Though he was subjected to intense fire and all his party became casualties, with the help of two signallers, he kept his lamp and relay stations in action without a break for twenty four hours.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as forward observation officer. Though he was subjected to intense fire and all his party became casualties, with the help of two signallers, he kept his lamp and relay stations in action without a break for twenty four hours.
Lieutenant Norman Phillips Macleod, MC was a member of the 1st Heavy Battery, Canadian Garrison Artillery when awarded the Military Cross. He was later transferred to the 5th Canadian Siege Battery, Canadian Garrison Artillery. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in charge. He moved his guns to a new position worked continuously for 35 hours though shelled heavily on three occasions, and suffering casualties. He kept his guns in action in support of infantry in spite of heavy fire.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in charge. He moved his guns to a new position worked continuously for 35 hours though shelled heavily on three occasions, and suffering casualties. He kept his guns in action in support of infantry in spite of heavy fire.
Lieutenant Douglas James Maxwell, MC was awarded the Military Cross 3 June 1918. There are no details on his citation card however the War Diaries reveal that he took command of the 5th Canadian Siege Battery on 24 November 1916 after a serious accident injured the Battery Commander.
Lieutenant Frank Randolph May, MC was a member of the Montreal Heavy Brigade Canadian Artillery prior to joining the 165th Siege Battery. He transferred to the 5th Siege Battery and the 2nd Brigade Canadian Field Artillery. He was promoted to Captain at an undetermined date. Deceased 11 Feb 1961. The citation for his Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. His observation work was carried out under heavy shell fire, and as battery signalling officer he laid and maintained lines under heavy fire with the greatest of coolness and ability.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. His observation work was carried out under heavy shell fire, and as battery signalling officer he laid and maintained lines under heavy fire with the greatest of coolness and ability.
Lieutenant James Maxwell McIlquham, MC was a member of 31st Battery 9th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery in 1917 and was awarded the Military Cross for his actions on 3 Nov 1917. The citation for the Military Cross reads:
When the Battery was heavily shelled while in action he went from gun to gun looking after the wounded, and finally took the place of a gun layer, and kept the gun in action till he was seriously wounded.
When the Battery was heavily shelled while in action he went from gun to gun looking after the wounded, and finally took the place of a gun layer, and kept the gun in action till he was seriously wounded.
Lieutenant Vincent McKenna, MC was a member of 60th Battery 15th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery in 1916. He was transferred to 19th Battery 4th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery and was awarded the Military Cross on 1 Feb 1919. The citation for the Military Cross reads:
He acted as forward observation officer during the attack on Mount Dury, advancing as far as possible with the infantry under shell fire.
When the batteries advanced after the barrage, he sent back valuable information as to positions of hostile forces and our infantry and engaged machine guns holding them back. The following day he again went forward and secured valuable information. Throughout the operation he showed great disregard for danger, and set a splendid example to those under him.
Vincent McKenna rose to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel and commanded the 5th (British Columbia) Coast Brigade RCA from 1938 to 1941. He died 6 July 1971 and is buried at the Veterans Cemetery in Esquimalt, BC.
He acted as forward observation officer during the attack on Mount Dury, advancing as far as possible with the infantry under shell fire.
When the batteries advanced after the barrage, he sent back valuable information as to positions of hostile forces and our infantry and engaged machine guns holding them back. The following day he again went forward and secured valuable information. Throughout the operation he showed great disregard for danger, and set a splendid example to those under him.
Vincent McKenna rose to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel and commanded the 5th (British Columbia) Coast Brigade RCA from 1938 to 1941. He died 6 July 1971 and is buried at the Veterans Cemetery in Esquimalt, BC.
Major Harry Lyall McPherson, MC was the Battery Commander of 68 Battery in 1922. He served with the 3rd Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery during the First World War. The citation for his Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as liaison officer with an infantry battalion in an attack. He carried out his work with great skill, and when it was no longer possible to maintain the telephone lines he established and kept up visual communication and sent in most valuable information. He showed splendid energy and determination.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as liaison officer with an infantry battalion in an attack. He carried out his work with great skill, and when it was no longer possible to maintain the telephone lines he established and kept up visual communication and sent in most valuable information. He showed splendid energy and determination.
Lieutenant John Stewart McRae, MC was a member of 68th Battery, 16th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, North Russia Expeditionary Force. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On night 5/6th January, when KODISH was evacuated by the troops holding the line he collected his spare men at the battery and led them forward to fill in the gap and so protect his guns. he then went further forward and led straggling troops to forward positions. His coolness and fine example were of great assistance at a critical moment.
Lieutenant McRae had previously been awarded the Belgian Croix de Guerre.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On night 5/6th January, when KODISH was evacuated by the troops holding the line he collected his spare men at the battery and led them forward to fill in the gap and so protect his guns. he then went further forward and led straggling troops to forward positions. His coolness and fine example were of great assistance at a critical moment.
Lieutenant McRae had previously been awarded the Belgian Croix de Guerre.
Captain H. Morton, MC was a Captain in 1940 in 31st Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Brigade, RCA, NPAM. We have yet to find the details for the award.
Captain Oliver Alexander Mowat, MC was a member of 68th Battery, 16th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, North Russia Expeditionary Force. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and resource on December 15th 1918 at KODEMA, when in charge of the operations, in addition to being in charge of an 18 pounder. He brought artillery fire to bear on the village at a range of 800 yards, under heavy rifle fire and machine-gun fire, with marked success. He has previously done good work.
For conspicuous gallantry and resource on December 15th 1918 at KODEMA, when in charge of the operations, in addition to being in charge of an 18 pounder. He brought artillery fire to bear on the village at a range of 800 yards, under heavy rifle fire and machine-gun fire, with marked success. He has previously done good work.
Lieutenant Edward Alfred Burke Murphy, MC was a member of the Prince Edward Island Heavy Brigade Canadian Garrison Artillery before enlisting as a Lieutenant with the the No. 5 Siege Battery Canadian Garrison Artillery on 1 Apr 1916. He was subsequently transferred to the 8th Siege Battery Canadian Garrison Artillery. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Although suffering from the effects of gas he fought a section of his guns when all the other Officers had become casualties. He declined to go to hospital when urged to do so, but continued to do duty, himself laying one of his guns, as the Battery had suffered such heavy casualties.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Although suffering from the effects of gas he fought a section of his guns when all the other Officers had become casualties. He declined to go to hospital when urged to do so, but continued to do duty, himself laying one of his guns, as the Battery had suffered such heavy casualties.
Lieutenant Walter Selkirk Newton, MC was a member of 68th Battery 16th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery, North Russia Expeditionary Force. His citation for the Military Cross Reads:
During enemy attacks on Vistafka 28th February, 1919 to 4th March 1919, he displayed great ability and coolness. His observation work under heavy shell fire was invaluable and enabled our guns to do most effective work. he worked for nearly five days with next to no rest, and set a fine example to his men.
During enemy attacks on Vistafka 28th February, 1919 to 4th March 1919, he displayed great ability and coolness. His observation work under heavy shell fire was invaluable and enabled our guns to do most effective work. he worked for nearly five days with next to no rest, and set a fine example to his men.
Captain William Augustus Richardson, MC was employed in 58th Heavy Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Brigade, RCA, NPAM from 1940 until 1941. He was originally taken on strength with The Queens Own Rifles prior to 1910 before subsequentluy enlisting in the 9th Battery, 3rd Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, 1st Canadian Division. He was commissioned as Lieutenant in France in December 1915, appointed Brigade Adjutant August 1917 and promoted Captain. He was awarded the Military Cross in January of 1917 but his citation card does not reveal the details of the award.
Lieutenant John Roberts, MC was a member of 68th Battery, 16th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, North Russia Expeditionary Force. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and ability in October 1918, in helping to lead infantry in a successful attack; and also in able carrying out his artillery duties in connections with the operations on the SELETSKOE front in December. His work has always been of a very high order.
For conspicuous gallantry and ability in October 1918, in helping to lead infantry in a successful attack; and also in able carrying out his artillery duties in connections with the operations on the SELETSKOE front in December. His work has always been of a very high order.
Lieutenant Donald Graham Robertson, MC was an original member of the 31st Battery from Hamilton, Ontario. He embarked with the Battery as was awarded the Military Cross for his actions at the Somme. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry in action. He displayed great courage and skill in countermining against enemy galleries. On one occasion he was cut off from our own lines for twelve hours. He has previously done fine work.
For conspicuous gallantry in action. He displayed great courage and skill in countermining against enemy galleries. On one occasion he was cut off from our own lines for twelve hours. He has previously done fine work.
Warrant Officer Class I Sverre Sorenson, MC was the Regimental Sergeant Major for the 15th Brigade,
Canadian Field Artillery from 1924 until 1930. He served with the 5th Division Ammunition Column, Canadian Field Artillery during the First World War and was awarded the Military Cross on 3 June 1919.
We have yet to find the details for the award.
Canadian Field Artillery from 1924 until 1930. He served with the 5th Division Ammunition Column, Canadian Field Artillery during the First World War and was awarded the Military Cross on 3 June 1919.
We have yet to find the details for the award.
Brigadier Douglas Hinch Storms, OBE, MC was a Captain with 4th Battery, 1st Brigade Canadian Field Artillery when he was awarded the Military Cross for Bravery in the field. He would subsequently go on to command the 85th Battery, Canadian Field Artillery, Canadian Expeditionary Force (Siberia). He returned to uniform in the Second World War with the Royal Canadian Engineers rising in rank to Brigadier and being recognized as a Commander in the Order of the British Empire. He was also remembered as the inventor of the Roller Mat Runway systems that were used with great effect in North West Europe, Burma and on into the 1980’s in the Canadian Army.
Lieutenant-Colonel William Allen Townsley, MC was the Commanding Officer of the 15th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery from 1924 until 1930. He had served with 27th Battery, Canadian Field Artillery in the First World War and was awarded the Military Cross for his actions on 26 May 1917. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He used a captured enemy gun with great success. He moved it up from one position to another for sniping purposes. He was under fire the entire time and inflicted much damage on the enemy position.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He used a captured enemy gun with great success. He moved it up from one position to another for sniping purposes. He was under fire the entire time and inflicted much damage on the enemy position.
Captain Frank Clayton Whitehead, MC served in the 15th Brigade CFA and the 15th (Vancouver) Coast Brigade RCA after World War I and through World War II. He was awarded the Military Cross for his actions on 2 September 1918. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on 2nd September 1918, near Mount Dury, when detailed to go forward with the infantry in charge of a party to man and bring captured guns into action. He found three guns, and commenced firing over open sights at an enemy battery, silencing two guns. Shortly afterwards an enemy battery obtained a direct hit on one of his guns. His dash and initiative were a great help to the infantry.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on 2nd September 1918, near Mount Dury, when detailed to go forward with the infantry in charge of a party to man and bring captured guns into action. He found three guns, and commenced firing over open sights at an enemy battery, silencing two guns. Shortly afterwards an enemy battery obtained a direct hit on one of his guns. His dash and initiative were a great help to the infantry.
Lieutenant Humphrey David Williams, MC served with the 11th (Reserve) Anti-Aircraft Regiment RCA as a Bombardier during World War II. He was awarded the Military Cross in World War I during his service with the 2nd Battalion Canadian Mounted Rifles. There are no details listed in his citation for the award.
Captain Alfred Laurence Wilson, MC was in the Corps Reserve in 1922. During the First World War he served with the 32nd Battery, 8th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery. On 2 September 1918 he was awarded the Military Cross for the following action:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As forward observation officer in charge of a party of signallers he established satisfactory communication’s under very difficult circumstances and in spite of an intense barrage fire in a short space of time, thus enabling valuable information to be transmitted without delay. He set a very fine example of courage and determined perseverance.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As forward observation officer in charge of a party of signallers he established satisfactory communication’s under very difficult circumstances and in spite of an intense barrage fire in a short space of time, thus enabling valuable information to be transmitted without delay. He set a very fine example of courage and determined perseverance.
Lieutenant Douglas John Winslow, MC was a member of 68th Battery, 16th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery, North Russia Expeditionary Force. His citation for the Military Cross reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and determination during operations at UST PADENGA in January 1919. When the enemy attacked heavily this officer with a few men took charge of an abandoned gun, and, in face of heavy fire, manned and fired the gun over open sights until the order was given for retirement. He fought the gun throughout the withdrawal to SHENKURSK.
For conspicuous gallantry and determination during operations at UST PADENGA in January 1919. When the enemy attacked heavily this officer with a few men took charge of an abandoned gun, and, in face of heavy fire, manned and fired the gun over open sights until the order was given for retirement. He fought the gun throughout the withdrawal to SHENKURSK.
Major James Walter Woodley, MC was the Medical Officer for 15th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery from 1922 to 1927. He was awarded the Military Cross for his actions while a Captain with 13th Field Ambulance in World War I. His citation reads:
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On being informed that there were some wounded lying unattended in an advanced and exposed position he at once went to the spot through a heavy barrage and attended to them.
After dressing all the wounded he returned to his post and arranged for stretcher bearers to take them to the dressing station.
He went about continuously during the operations, attending to the wounded under the most intense fire with complete disregard of danger.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On being informed that there were some wounded lying unattended in an advanced and exposed position he at once went to the spot through a heavy barrage and attended to them.
After dressing all the wounded he returned to his post and arranged for stretcher bearers to take them to the dressing station.
He went about continuously during the operations, attending to the wounded under the most intense fire with complete disregard of danger.
World War II
Captain Charles Harold Clerkson, MC joined the 15th Field Regiment RCA on 20 September 1956 with previous service as a Forward Observation Officer with the 15th Field Regiment RCA in Europe during the Second World War. His citation reads:
The nature of the ground precluded suitable OP positions within the South Alberta Regiment area. Captain Clerkson, with complete disregard for his own safety and under constant shell and sniper fire, moved his OP from vantage point to vantage point in front of the area held by our own troops, effectively controlling the fire of his regiment. His gallant action was instrumental in repelling several attempts by the enemy to break out of the pocket. His energy, courage, and persistence were of the highest order.
The nature of the ground precluded suitable OP positions within the South Alberta Regiment area. Captain Clerkson, with complete disregard for his own safety and under constant shell and sniper fire, moved his OP from vantage point to vantage point in front of the area held by our own troops, effectively controlling the fire of his regiment. His gallant action was instrumental in repelling several attempts by the enemy to break out of the pocket. His energy, courage, and persistence were of the highest order.
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