Captain (temporary Major) G.M. Anderson M.B.E

Operations in Burma, March-April 1943

Major Anderson trained and commanded No. 6 Column until 2 March 1943, when he became Bde. Major. He had not had any previous experience of staff work, but the rapidity with which he grasped his duties and the vigour and intelligence he displayed in their discharge won my admiration. At this juncture bad work on the part of the new Bde. Maj. might well have jeopardised the safety of the whole Bde. but from the time of taking over until the final dispersal of the Bde for the return march. Major Anderson never flagged or failed to give me perfect satisfaction. Not physically strong, he wore himself out by continuous and devoted application to his duties. His judgement was sound and of value to me on many occasions. The excellent work done by this officer whose military experience is of recent date is deserving of the highest praise and recognition.