CITATION AND AWARD OF A BAR TO THE MILITARY CROSS (MC): CAPT GW MURRAY-SMITH, MC – 7H
Tank engagement at SIDI REZHEG on 21st Nov 1941…
Tank engagement at SIDI REZHEG on 21st Nov 1941…
Major Murray-Smith has commanded ‘B’ Squadron for over 3 years. During this time his squadron has distinguished itself in action in Burma and Italy…
At the second night battle at CAPUZZO on night 29/30 Jun 40, this officer left his own tank on foot to go to the assistance of another tank which had been severely hit…
During the action at SIDI AZIEZ on the 14th June, 1940 this officer showed great coolness and bravery whilst rescuing…
Lt Harding on three successive actions showed outstanding leadership, initiative and courage, and it was due to his example and his prompt action that enabled his troop to inflict considerable casualties on the enemy…
During the battle for the river crossings from the River PO to VENICE this officer was Sqn Comd of the D.D. tanks acting in support of 169 Brigade (The Queen’s)…
This officer commanded a troop during the advance from PO to VENICE…
Tank engagement at SIDI REZEGH on 21.11.41. Conspicuous coolness and gallantry when Commanding ‘C’ Squadron, 7th Hussars.
During the absence of the CO, Lt Col Byass, Major Shepard commanded 7th Hussars from 5/2/41 to 12/2/41 which period included the final decisive battle of BEDA FOMM.
The advance of the 7th Hussars during 9th December was so well directed by Lt Col Byass that the left flank of the 4 Armd Bde was assured at an early hour.