Military Medal (M.M.)

Citation for the Military Medal – When communication from the Culvert to the Cellars was broken by very heavy shell fire, he went out on to the line for three times in succession under fire and repaired the line, finally desisting when the wires were cut in very small pieces. On the night of 2/3rd Jule 1916, he gathered in all the small pieces he could find, joined them together and went out under fire and laid a new line. This was also cut shortly after and from then on he acted as a Runner carrying messages from the Culvert to the front line on the right. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and initiative during the operations at MONS on November 10th 1918. By a personal reconnaissance he quickly located and reported to his Company Commmander a hostile machine gun post. Later during a hostile counter attack he so disposed and used his Lewis Gun that the attack was broken up and a large number of the enemy killed. His fearlessness and coolness in meeting with a difficult situation inspired his men with confidence and was of the greatest to his company commander (sic). - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For most useful and gallant services rendered during the operatiosn at MONS on November 10th and 11th 1918. While commanding a Platoon with geat skill and utter disregard for personal danger led his men to their objective along the CANAL DU NORD, swan the CANAL and patrolled the opposite side, under heavy machine gun and rifle fire bringing back valuable information.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty while acting as Regimental Sergeant Major during three days fighting commencing 26th August 1918. This N.C.O. performed invaluable work in getting much needed rations and water forward to the attacking Companies. On 27th August he led three such parties to Front Line each time passing through a heavy hostile bombardment and withering Machine Gun fire and though throughout the operation exposed to great personal danger, this N.C.O. was indefatigable in organizing Stretcher Parties and burying the dead. The value of his work to the troops in the front line cannot be too highly appreciated. - Award Recommendation dated 31 Aug 1918. (Provided to The Regimental Rogue by Hugh Conway, a Royal Canadian and regimental collector).

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As Medical Officer's assistant during the entire operations between 8th and 15th August 1918. He was utterly regardless of personal danger in his endeavours to alleviate the suffereings of the wounded. He followed close up to the attacking Companies, was indefatigable in his search for the wounded, often remaining under heavy shell and machine gun fire till the wounded could be evacuated. After objective had been reached and under hostile fire, he proceeded beyond our front line forward to where a large number of enemy wounded lay, dressed their wounds and directed their successful evacuation. On the evening of the 14th August, he accompanied the Medical Officer in advance of our positions to attend wounded of another Division, who had lain there in the open for two days. These he dressed and evacuated under a heavy artillery and machine gun fire. This N.C.O. was directly responsible for the saving of a large number of men's lives. His personal courage, hard work and devotion to duty were of the highest possible order. - Award Recommendation dated 17 Aug 1918, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For untiring devotion to duty and gallantry as Company Runner during the operations from 8th August to 15th August 1918. Pte DELANEY repeatedly volunteered to carry messages to Battalion Headquarters, often through intense enemy shelling. His never failing cheerfulness and willingness to work at all times was of the greatest assistance to his Company Commander in keeping the Battalion in touch with the progress of the Advance. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

BAR - SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, 23 JULY, 1919

Citation for the Military Medal – For quick decision and boldness of action during the attack on JEAN WOOD on 8th August 1918. When the advance of his platoon was held up by a concealed Machine Gun in an enemy Observation Post Lance Corporal FLANAGAN led his Platoon forward and outflanked the Post, captured the Gun and personally bayoneted two of the crew. His work throughout the PARVILLERS operations was characterized by the same dash and initiative when he was in command of a "Mopping Up Party." - Award Citation Card, held by Library and Archives Canada.

Citation for the Military Medal – On the 16th Sept; 1916, he made a preliminary reconnaissance of the ground. Having accomplished this successfully he then returned to Battn. and on the night mentioned voluntarily made nine round trips with important despatches. This man carried on under continuous heavy shell and M.G. fire, and in showing admirable coolness set a magnificent example to all those about him. - Award Citation Card, held by Library and Archives Canada.

Citation for the Military Medal – For remarkable initiative and dashing gallantry when in charge of a "Mopping Up" Party during the attack on August 8th, 1918. He fearlessly led his Platoon from cellar to cellar and accounted for a large number of the enemy. On one occasion he ran forward and attacked single handed a Machine Gun Crew before they were able to open fire. He personally bayonetted two of the enemy and took the others prisoners. His coolness and absolute disregard for danger contributed largely to the early "Mopping Up" of the village. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For quick and gallant action during the attack on PARVILLERS on August 14th 1918. When advancing in charge of a Lewis Gun Section, he suddenly encountered a large patrol of the enemy. Although greatly outnumbered, he opened fire and completely dispersed the enemy patrol. Later, nearly a score of the enemy were found dead at this spot. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and bravery in leading his platoon in an attack on Sep 15th, 1916, from SUGAR TRENCH. On leaving the parapet where they were exposed to intense Rifle, Machine Gun, and Shell fire he fearlessly exposed himself and by his example of daring materially assisted in the advance. On reaching a position his Platoon had been subjected to many casualties and had become mixed with elements of other Regiments. He again displayed great bravery in the re-organization of his platoon which he successfully accomplished in a very short space of time. - Award Citation Card, held by Library and Archives Canada

Citation for the Military Medal – For continuously good work as a Platoon Commander during the operations from 8th August to 15th August 1918. His able leadership and cool determination under trying circumstances inspired his men with absolute confidence. When he reached his objective at PARVILLERS he quickly appreciated the situation and immediately pushed out Patrols and established the security of his flanks. His work throughout was of a very high order and most commendable. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. While employed as a sniper, during the attack on WHITE HOUSE on August 8th, 1918, with great daring he advanced well ahead of first wave accounting for nine enemy snipers who were causeing casualties to the Battalion prior to the advance from HAMON WOOD. He discovered a machine gun fast enfilading the left Company. Again, by himself, he worked his way into a position from which he shot the crew of three and captured the gun. Throughout the advance he rendered extremely valuable services. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For the greatest keenness and gallantry during the atack on PARVILLERS on August 14th 1918. He was most active in searching the shrubs and hedges of the Village for hidden parties of the enemy. He encountered a post of four, killed three and took one prisoner. His zest and keenness in the fight and his absolute fearlessness inspired those about him with great confidence. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry as a Company Runner during the operations August 8th to August 15th 1918. His willingness to cary important messages through country exposed to heavy shell fire and machine gun fire. His coolness and contempt for danger and his remarkable ability to pick up landmarks greatly assisted the rapid establishment of communication. He worked incessantly and finally collapsed from utter exhaustion when the Company were consolidated at PARVILLERS. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Bar to the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As N.C.O. on charge of forward section of Transport during ther entire eight days operations Sergeant LUPTON was largely responsible for the efficient ration and water supply of the Regiment. He continuously brought transport forward with supplies under heavy shell fire. On the morning of the 18th August 1918 after the Battalion had attacked and taken PARVILLERS Sergeant LUPTON brought his transport forward in broad daylight and in full view of the enemy. He was twice forced to return by heavy enemy shelling on the road. On the third attempt, however, he passed through the shelling at great personal risk and delivered much needed rations and water to the Companies in PARVILLERS village. His perseverence, untiring energy and absolute reliability played an important part in the success of the operations. (Awarded the Miliary medal 16 Dec 1917.) - Award Recommendation dated 17 Aug 1918, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous bravery during the operations at MONS on November 10th and 11th, 1918. While acting as a Company Runner he repeatedly carried messages through heavy shell and machine gun fire, thus keeping his Commanding Officer in touch with the situation and enabling him to take action against enemy positions which had been reinforced and were offering strong resistance to the progress of the company. By this man's untiring efforts the operation was made a success and many casualties prevented. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous bravery and gallant services during the attack on WHITE HOUSE on 8th August 1918 and the capture of PARVILLERS on 14th August 1918. As a Company Scout he fearlessly went forward time and again and returned with the most valuable information for his Company. In the darkness at PARVILLERS he advanced, under heavy shell-fire and machine gun fire to the outskirts of BLUCHER WOOD cutting lanes through wire and locating paths. He then led a Platoon to its objective, greatly assisting in its early security. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For the greatest gallantry and invaluable services to Company Lewis Gun Sergeant during the attack on PARVILLERS on August 14th 1918. When the position was taken he made a thorough reconnaissance although continuously exposed to heavy enemy machine gun fire. He then placed the eight Lewis Guns of his Company in the most advantageous positions, thus greatly contributing to the quick security of the position against counter-attack. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For continuously excellent work as Company Sergeant Major during the operations from 8th to 15th August 1918. During the attack on MAISON BLANCHE, when the advance of his Company was checked by an enemy Machine Gun, Sergeant NASH gallantly went forward and outflanked the postion. He bayoneted three of the crew and captured the gun. In the attack on PARVILLERS he had charge of a "Mopping Up" Party and accounted for a large number of the enemy hidden in cellars and dug-outs. His work throghout was of the greatest assistance to the Company Commander and an inspiration to all ranks. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For valuable reconnaissance work and bold initiative during the attack on PARVILLERS on 14th August 1918. As a Scout he covered the advance of the Platoon, always keeping well in front, utterly regardless of his own safety. He located a large enemy Patrol in the Main Street of PARVILLERS and led the Lewis Gun Section to a point from whch the Patrol was entirely wiped out. Pushing ahead again he discovered a Machine Gun Post and led a party to outflank it. By his acive work the advance was hastened and two parties of the enemy wiped out without loss to his Platoon. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and able leadership during the operation at MONS on the 10th and 11th November 1918, this N.C.O., after his Platoon Officer had been killed, took over the Platoon and with great skill led them to their objective. He also went alone, in the face of heavy enemy machine gun fire and brought in two Lewis Guns whose crews had become casualties, thus enabling his position to hold their objective. His bravery and contempt for danger inspired his men with the greatest confidence. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Bar to the Military Medal – For conspicuous courage and self-sacrifice at PARVILLERS on the 14th August 1918. Although continuously exposed to hostile machine gun and rifle fire, Corporal REYNOLDS thoroughly searched a large section of "No Man's Land" and carried in eight men of another Division who had been wounded two days before. By his splendid devotion to duty, Corporal REYNOLDS undoubtedly saved the lives of these men. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Bar to the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry, leadership and devotion to duty during the operations at MONS on 10th and 11th November 1918. During the last day of the advance when telephonic communication was most essential to the success of the operations this N.C.O. patrolled and repaired lines with an utter disregard to personal danger, under heavy shell and machine gun fire. His leadership and gallantry encouraged his men and materially assisted to the maintenance of communication. Recommended for M.M. in connection with CAMBRAI operations. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For exceptionally good work during the capture of PARVILLERS on August 14th 1918. When his Company reached their objective he went out in the darkness into a position heavily wired and cut up by trenches and located the right post of the Flank Battalion. He then so placed the left post of the Company that the flank of the position was quickly secured. His work throughout, his cheerfulness and willingness were an inspiration to all ranks. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous bravery during the operations near MONS on November 11th, 1918. When his platoon was held up by machine gun fire, Sergeant SMITH made a reconnnaissance and located the enemy post in a house. He then rushed the house from a flank and threw several bombs into the building. His quick and gallant action resulted in the capture of the gun and two prisoners and enabled the advance to be continued without delay. His gallantry was most commendable and greatly inspired the men in his platoon. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devtion to duty during the night attack on PARVILLERS on August 14th 1918. When, in the darkness, his Platoon was held up by wire, Lance Corporal SODERO went forward and reconnoitred a passage through several belts of wire, under heavy machine gun fire. He then led his Platoon to their objective materially contributing to the success of the operation. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty as a Company Runner during the operations from 8th August to 15th August 1918. His ready willingness to volunteer for any work of a partcularly dangerous nature and his ceaseless activity in carrying messages and guiding ration and other parties was of the greatest assistance to his Company Commander. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.

Citation for the Military Medal – For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the recent operations from 8th to 15th August 1918, for seven days he worked untiringly carrying messages, making reconnaissances and guiding troops to advanced positions, under heavy shell and machine gun fire. He showed a complete disregard of personal danger. It was largely due to WATERMAN's energy, initiative and bravery that communications between Company and Battalion headuqarters was invariably established immediately after each move. - Award Recommendation, from the Regimental Archives of The RCR.