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…
During the period 1 Apr – 2 May 45 Major O’Brien has been commanding in battle the squadron that he had trained personally in the role of Armd Inf Carriers (KANGAROOS)…
On 20 April 1945 Lt Gould’s troop, supported by one pl of ‘A’ Coy 1 RB, was ordered to carry out an attack on DAERSTORF (6 miles SW of HARBURG) from the east flank…
On 7th Sept ’42 near HEMEIMAT this officer was in command of a squadron ordered to make a recce in force round the enemy’s southern flank and to penetrate north in rear of enemy defences as far as possible…
Attack on EZRA FORT on 18th June 1941…
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…
Captain Harratt took part in raids on ST.VALERY and DIEPPE…