'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in the field near Bancourt on 30th August 1918. When his Company Commander asked for a volunteer to act as Company runner during the operations on the above date, this soldier came forward. He was responsible for carrying many messages between Company H.Q. and the front line under the heaviest machine gun and shell fire. When his Company took their objective on the ridge in front of Bancourt, and it was only at great risk communications could be kept up, he volunteered to take a message through heavy shell and machine gun fire, and in the face of the enemy. He succeeded in bringing back important information to his Company Commander. He showed great coolness and determination throughout these operations, and greatly assisted his Company Commander.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 11 February 1919