Corporal (Acting Sergeant) J. Donald DCM

(19th May)

On the morning of 19th April 1944 at Pt. SC 235311 whilst the Column was engaged in blocking the road Pinlebu - Pinbon. After the Column had made a most successful ambush on an MT convoy, the enemy attacked the Column and blocked the selected line of withdrawal for the columns. Sgt. Donald's platoon attacked this position and by his example and complete disregard for his personal danger, enabled the column to make an entirely successful withdrawal, suffering no casualties.

Apart from this incident, Sgt. Donald has time without number been an inspiration to all the column by his steadiness and cheerfulness under fire. He has commanded a rifle platoon since the commencement of operations and set a standard of military efficiency and leadership equalled only by few officers.

Recommended for D.C.M. for conspicuous gallantry and outstanding leadership in the field.

(Signed) J.Master, Major,
A/Comd. Profound. 20-5-44

(29th May)

This N.C.O. was in command of No. 7 Platoon 26 Column.

He was ordered to counter attack a position in 'Clydeside' on the evening of 24 May against a position strongly held by the enemy. He led the attack with dash and determination, and although wounded early in the engagement in the back and the arm, continued to rally his men. By his display of personal courage, the attack succeeded in destroying one heavy machine gun, one LMG and 20-30 Japanese.

(Signed) J.Master, Major,
A/Comd. Profound. 29-5-44