SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, 18 JUNE, 1917.
over exposed ground under shell fire, and
came into action with the most successful
results.
Capt. (temp. Lt.-Col.) James ForbesIRobertson, M.C., Bord. B.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty when in command of his battalion
during an enemy attack. He collected all
the men he could find, and, taking up a position on the outskirts of the village, brought
the hostile advance to an end by his fire. He
undoubtedly saved a very critical situation by his promptness, bravery and example.
Temp. 2nd Lt. (temp. Capt.) Gilbert Ware
M. Green, M.C'., B.F.C.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. He has set a magnificent example by
his gallant conduct in attacking the enemy's
aeroplanes when in superior numbers, ile
brought down three enemy machines withm
twenty-four hours.
*2nd Lt. Bassett Fardell Hornor, Norf. B.,
Spec. Bes.
For conspicuous gallantry in action. He
was the first of his regiment to land on the
left bank of the river, and displayed great
courage and resource in promptly putting out
of action single-handed an enemy machine
gun which was about to open fire. Later, he
gallantly led his company forward in the
face of heavy fire and was responsible for the
capture of three more machine guns.
Capt. (actg. Lt.-Col.) James Lochhead Jack,
Sco. Bif., attd. W. York. B.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. He conducted the attack of his bat. talion with marked skill and foresight and
attained all his objectives in the minimum
time and with very small loss. He has set a
most inspiring example of gallantry to all.
Temp. Lt.-Col. Edward Marlborough Ley,
.B.B.C,
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty when in command of his battalion. He
handled his battalion with the greatest dash
.and judgment throughout and was largely
responsible for the success of the operations.
He showed great qualities as a leader.
Lt. (temp. Capt.) John Sherbrooke Coafe
Gates, M.C., Notts. & Derby. B.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. He displayed the greatest skill and
gallantry while commanding the battalion at
•a critical period. During the day he repeatedly crossed the open a distance of 500
yards under continual sniping in order to
superintend operations, and by his courage
and determination succeeded in obtaining
complete" ascendency over the enemy.
Maj. (actg. Lt.-Col.) Dulas Bentley Parry,
Lond. B.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. He inspired all ranks with the greatest
confidence, and thus materially assisted the
battalion' under his command to carry
through a most difficult operation. He disDISTINGUISHED
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played great skill and untiring energy in
training the battalion beforehand.
*Capt. Charles Bobert Senhouse Pitman,
M.C., Ind. Army.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty when in command of a raiding party.
In spite of the most difficult conditions he
succeeded in landing and reorganising his
party. He inflicted much damage on the
enemjr ancl brought back a trench mortar.
It was owing to his coolness and good leading
that the object of the raid was achieved and
the whole party withdrawn with but few
casualties.
Maj. (actg. Lt.-Col.) George Kendali
Priaulx, K.B.B.C.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty when in command of his battalion.
With the utmost confidence and determination he fought his battalion through the
village, overcoming all obstacles and gaining
his objectives. He set a magnificent example
throughout.
Capt. (temp. Maj.) Walter Marlborough
Pryor, Hert. B., attd. B. War. B.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. He rendered most valuable service in
collecting parties of men who were lost and
putting them on to the work of consolidating
the position gained. It was largely due to
his efforts that a strong position was created,
thereby facilitating the dispersing of enemy
counter-attacks. This task was accomplished
at great personal risk from enemy machine
gun fire.
Lt. (actg. Capt.) George William Bichmond,
B.E. Spec. Bes.
For conspicuous gallantry and determination while forcing a passage of the river. His
coolness and resource were mainly responsible
for the successful launching of the pontoons
which effected the crossing, and his attitude
was an inspiring example to all under his
command. He has previously done fine
work.
Capt. Theodore Emmanuel Bodocanachi.
M.C., Ox. & Bucks. L.I. (Lt., Hamp. B. Spec.
Bes.).
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. Although wounded he led his company with great gallantry and pressed on to
his objective in the face of heavy fire. Although again wounded during the advance
he continued to lead on into the hostile position, where he immediately organised the consolidation and continued to command his
company until finally incapacitated by a
third wound.
*2nd Lt. Bobert Tor Bussell, I.A.B.O.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
•duty in charging the enemy's trench, which
was strongly held. He then led a bombing
attack and cleared 200 yards of the trench.
Later, he maintained his position for foui
hours, when reinforcements arrived.
*Capt. Claude Innes Shepherd, Ind. Army.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty during an enemy counter-attack. He
rallied men who were without leaders, and
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