'Mentioned in General Ian Hamilton's despatch of 20th May 1915. (Commander Mediterranean Expeditionary Force).'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 5 August 1915

'For distinguished service in the field. (Gallipoli).'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 15 October 1915

'Operations Flers Trenches, Grid Trenches, and Eaucourt L'Abbaye 21st September to 2nd October 1916. During the above operations Lieut Colonel Smith commanded his Battalion with conspicuous ability and success. In the two attacks included in the above, his dispositions were admirable. He always inspired his officers, and men with the utmost confidence. He is thoroughly reliable, cool and calm under fire at all times. The fighting spirit of his Battalion is entirely due to his personality. During the operations on the Somme his battalion lost 17 officers and yet at the present time his battalion is now as good as ever it was, which is entirely due to his able leadership and training. The work of Lieut Colonel Smith during the past 9 months is deserving of a medal.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 8 July 1917

'For distinguished and gallant services and devotion to duty. Field Marshal D. Haig. Commander in Chief the British Armies in France, despatch dated 9th April 1917.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 1 June 1917

'Switch Trench, South east of High Wood, 15th September 1916. Grid Support Trench, West of Flers, 1st October 1916. Lieut Colonel Smith is an officer who is possessed of the highest soldierly qualities. He commands his battalion with conspicuous success. During the two operations his dispositions for the attack were admirable. He inspires his officers and men with the utmost confidence. He is thoroughly reliable, calm and cool under fire, and his judgement is thoroughly to be relied upon. The unconquerable fighting spirit of his battalion is a great measure due to his personality. His work is worthy of special distinction.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 4 January 1917