Canadian Virtual War Memorial

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Army

Canadian Infantry (Central Ontario Regiment)

102nd Bn.

Distinguished Conduct Medal, London Gazette # 31128 dated 14 January 1919. "For conspicuous gallantry during the attack near Beaucourt-en-Santerre, 8 August 1918. After his platoon commander had become a casualty he took command, steadied the men and led them in a charge against a strongly held position on the edge of Beaucourt Wood. On reaching the wood he rushed round the flank of an enemy section, and, by cutting off the retreat, forced twenty of the garrison to surrender. This he did single-handed. He set a fine example of fearlessness to his men."

August 12, 1895
Wiltshire, England

February 16, 1916
Vancouver, British Columbia