'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in St Julien Area on 18th and 19th October 1917. This NCO had charge of a section constructing road between Spree Farm and Gravenstafel. Time and again his section were subject to very heavy shell fire and Hughes on two occasions was completely buried in mud but extricated himself and carried on. His control of the section was excellent and his example inspired confidence in the men.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 28 January 1918