'Operations: British front, opposite Beaumont Hamel, 26th March 1918 and subsequent days. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During these operations this man was employed as a Battalion runner. On 26th and 27th March and again on 5th April he was repeatedly given important messages to Company Commanders. These he invariably delivered promptly, in spite of very heavy shelling and machine gun fire. His coolness under heavy fire was splendid, and at all times he was most cheerful and willing. His example to all with whom he came in contact was very marked.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 16 July 1918