Military Medal - Signals Recipients

The Military Medal has been awarded to the following 418 Signals personnel. In addition, 39 Signals recipients have also been awarded the first bar and 9 Signals recipients have also been awarded the second bar.

Name	Award Era	Award Date	Citation	Citation Image(s)
Spr H.L. Abbott	WW1	19 November 1917	On August 15th, 1917, Abbott set a splendid example of endurance under great mental strain when he worked continuously for twenty hours as Signal Superintendent and Operator owing to the heavy pressure of work in the Brigade Signal Office, under heavy shelling and gas barrage. [Hill 70]
Sgt W.G. Acheson	WW1	13 March 1919	[4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company]
2/Cpl H.M. Adams	WW1	9 December 1916
SSgt A.E. Adams	WW1	18 October 1917
Spr T.W. Aikins	WW1	12 December 1917	For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. In the attack on Aug: 15th 1917, Signaller Aikins acted as linesman. The lines from the old front line forward were broken time and time again, but in spite of the apparent hopelessness of the task, he worked at repairing the line with entire disregard of danger, and dogged determination, under heavy shelling, machine gun and rifle fire. His admirable work assisted in establishing communication from time to time, and provided a means for sending messages of the utmost importance to Artillery control, thereby contributing towards the success of the operation on this part of the front. [Hill 70]
Spr G. Allen	WW1	19 November 1917	For conspicuous gallantry on Aug 15th 1917. He laid telephone wires forward through the enemy barrage. During the next three days he continually repaired wires under heavy shelling, setting a splendid example and showing a total disregard for danger. [Hill 70]
Spr C.V. Allen	WW1	23 February 1918
Cpl T.E. Anderson	WW2	10 November 1945	On 18 November 1944, Corporal Anderson was put in charge of a wireless detachment at a traffic control post at the southwest end of the NIJMEGEN bridge, which was under enemy observations and intermittent shell fire. This bridge was on the main supply route to the formations of the island, and heavy traffic had to be cleared over the bridge with a minimum of delay to keep down vehicle and personnel casualties and congestion. On 23 November 1944, shellfire tore several large holes in the wireless vehicle. On 24 November, Corporal Anderson's driver was taken off the detachment suffering from battle exhaustion. On 25 November, the company commander visited the detachment and found the men in excellent spirits, but, while standing by the vehicle, the company commander, his driver, and the operator on the set were all wounded by airburst. Corporal Anderson took over without hesitation, and shortly afterwards, when visited by his section officer was most insistent that he remain there until the job was finished. His detachment personnel and vehilcle were changed, but he stayed on during two weeks of intermittent shellfire directed onto the immediate area. His enthusiasm for doing a real job, his sense of leadership and disregard for personal danger, inspired his detachment so successfully that during its entire employment at this post, communications were interrupted only once, and that was due to shrapnel damaging the wireless equipment. Corporal Anderson landed in Normany July 1944 as a wireless detachment commander with this unit, and served as such throughout the campaigne in North West Europe. During the advances through France and Belgium, he was an outstanding detachment commander, both as a soldier and as a technician. He was always at his best under adverse conditions, and the confidence which he inspired in his men never failed to carry them through to successful completion of their duties.
Sgt E. Appleby	WW1	9 December 1916
LCpl A. Arsenault	WW1	9 July 1917
Cpl F.A. Ashford	WW1	9 July 1917	[Awarded in relation to the attack on Vimy Ridge. (War Diary, 4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 18 May 1917)]
A/Cpl H.E. Ashforth	WW1	24 January 1919	[3rd Brigade, C.F.A.]
Spr T.J. Ashton	WW1	3 July 1919
Sgt A. Aveling	WW1	24 January 1919	For conspicuous bravery, endurance and devotion to duty between the 8th and 12th August 1918 in the Area occupied by the 4th Canadian Division. This N.C.O. was in charge of the Divisional Wireless Section and the success of Wireless communications in this Division since Zero on the 8th inst., to the 12th inst., has been to a large extent, due to the splendid work and example of this N.C.O. in keeping up Wireless communication when other methods had temporarilly failed. At all times since Zero on the 8th inst., when forward stations have given trouble, this N.C.O. has gone forward to make the necessary repairs in spite of almost insurmountable difficulties of enemy shelling and bombing. (War Diary, 4th Divisional Signal Company, 30 September 1918)
LCpl H.W. Bagg	WW1	19 November 1917	Lance-Corporal Bagg was in charge of a relay station of four men from 14-17 August 1917, keeping up a line through a bad section of trench, on which the enemy put a frequent barrage, and where there were many casualties, and although it was frequently broken, this Brigade was seldom out of communication for long, owing to Lance-Corporal Bagg’s energy and devotion to duty. [Hill 70]
Spr R.J. Baird	WW1	9 December 1916
Cpl W.L. Baker	WW1	9 July 1917	In ZOUVE VALLEY in front of SOUCHEZ. From March 27th to April 1st. For his continuous good work on the maintenance of lines across this heavily shelled area. His coolness and steadiness inspired his men to efforts which ensured communications across ZOUAVE VALLEY. His work was entirely voluntary as he was in the area on other duty, but took charge of this work and carried it to a successful conclusion. [4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company attached to 10th Canadian Brigade.]
Cpl O.W. Baker	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr C.W. Ball	WW1	23 August 1916	For his determined and gallant conduct during the action in the Ypres Salient on the 4th June 1916, thereby succeeding after numerous and daring attempts in establishing telephone communication with Yeomanry Post under heavy and incessant shell and rifle fire, at a very critical period of the operations.
Spr O.V. Ball	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr L.J. Ballard	WW1	2 November 1917	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on August 15th-22nd 1917. Spr Ballard was in charge of the Brigade Linesmen and was wounded by shrapnel during the first day of the attack. He insisted on remaining on duty, however, although his wound had to be dressed daily. On account of heavy casualties among the Brigade Linesmen he carried on his work with inexperienced men and maintaining the lines with great difficulty under heavy and almost incessant shell fire. On the last do of the tour he was evacuated to hospital, much against his will, as poisoning had set in the arm and shoulder as a result of the wound. [2nd Canadian Divisional Signals (Hill 70)]
Spr W.H. Balsdon	WW1	11 February 1919
Sgt H. Banks	WW1	13 March 1919
A/Cpl F.L. Bartlett	WW1	13 March 1919
Cpl S. Barton	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr J.E. Bates	WW1	4 February 1918
Spr H.L. Beals	WW1	3 July 1919
LCpl R.L. Beattie	WW1	17 June 1919
Spr J.M. Beatty	WW1	4 February 1918
Spr T.P. Bellinger	WW1	13 March 1919
Cpl G.B. Benness	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl A.V. Benzie	WW1	17 June 1916
Spr G.E. Bernuy	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr J.G. Bethune	WW1	24 January 1919
Cpl F.C. Betts	WW1	11 October 1916
Spr T.E. Beveridge	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr M.G. Billings	WW1	9 December 1916
Sgt G.H. Bird	WW2	10 November 1945
LCpl G.S. Blackwell	WW1	24 January 1919
Pte H.A. Bogert	WW1	27 October 1916
Sigmn E.M. Bourke	WW2	10 November 1945
A/Cpl S. Bowman	WW2	10 November 1945
Sgt C.V. Boyd	WW1	24 January 1919	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty from the 7th to 11th August, 1918, especially near MEHARICOURT - ROSIERS (Sheet F.16.a.) From the 7th to the 11th of August 1918, this N.C.O. displayed conspicuous courage and initiative in laying and maintaining telephone lines. Throughout the period mentioned, his conduct was a fine example to the men, under very trying conditions. On the 11th, after working with practically no sleep for 3 days, he took charge of a Cable detachment, the N.C.O. in charge having been killed, and laid a line to Brigade Headquarters through MEHARICOURT under shell fire and bombing and machine gun fire from aeroplanes, and established communications. (War Diary, 4th Divisional Signal Company, 30 September 1918)
LCpl J.N. Boyle	WW1	17 June 1919
LCpl G.E.C. Bradley	WW1	16 November 1916	Worked and laid cables under continuously heavy shell fire from Pozieres to the front line during 7th-15th, Sep. 1916, and superintended digging of trench for cables.
Pte H.S. Brailsford	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr H.J. Brazier	WW1	4 February 1918
Spr C.P. Breuls	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl E. Bridgeman	WW1	14 May 1919
Spr R.B. Briskham	WW1	11 February 1919
Sgt E. Brown	WW1	23 August 1916
Cpl J.D. Brown	WW2	10 November 1945
Spr W.M. Brown	WW1	13 March 1918
A/Cpl H.M. Brownlee	WW1	17 June 1919	[H.Q. Signal Company.]
A/Cpl W.C. Bruce	WW1	16 November 1916
Sgt T.W. Brydon	WW2	12 May 1945
Sgt H.L. Buck	WW1	18 July 1917	For great gallantry and devotion to duty at FARBUS during the operations of May 3rd when he was in charge of the Brigade linesmen. Brigade Hqrs and the Batteries were continuously shelled, but this N.C.O. by his fearless example and splendid control of his men, kept up continuous communications despite the fact that the Headquarters Signalling Party were driven out of their Signal dugout by shell fire a few hours before the attack. When Division line was out, two hours before Zero, Cpl Buck went out personally with the Division Linesman to fix the break on the ridge, which was being heavily shelled, and succeeded in altering course and repairing line so that it held for the operation. [5th Bde CFA H/Qrs.]
Cpl W.W. Budd	WW1	24 January 1919
Cpl F. Burgess	WW1	4 February 1918	For great gallantry in that proceeding and during the engagement west of Passchendaele he laid lines and maintained communications between O.P.'s forward of front line and Artillery Headquarters. During period of time stated he remained continuously on duty, and despite the extremely heavy artillery shelling successfully carried out his duties.
Spr G. Burley	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr L.A. Butler	WW1	19 November 1917	For conspicuous gallantry on Aug 15th 1917. He maintained communication with a forward O.P. which was continually under intense enemy fire. The wires were at times totally destroyed but he immediately laid new ones. His pluck and determination was splendid. He was seriously wounded. [Hill 70]
Spr P.C.W. Campbell	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr W.F. Campbell	WW1	19 November 1917	For most conspicuous gallantry on 17/18th August, 1917 when for over six hours, during an S.O.S. and under heavy bombardment of H.E. and "mustard" gas shell, Spr Campbell and 2/Cpl Glaysher maintained the lines from Brigade to Batteries and so enabled the Brigade Commander to use his guns to the best advantage. [Hill 70]
Sgt G.W.V. Cartwright	WW1	6 January 1917	In the neighbourhood of COURCELETTE between the 19th and 21st, of Oct preceding our action on Regina Trench, he worked for 26 continuous hours under most trying conditions. His work had to be carried out in the open, and although repeatedly shelled, the work was not stopped and the lines were got through in time. This N.C.O. has on repeated occasions shown the same courage and has always been a splendid example to his men. [4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Pte E.H. Challacombe	WW1	9 December 1916
Spr N.V. Chandler	WW1	17 June 1916
Spr J.P. Cheatley	WW1	24 January 1919
Cpl W.A. Chergwin	WW2	30 December 1944
Spr M.W. Chisholm	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
LCpl W.H. Choate	WW1	23 February 1918
Spr J.D. Christison	WW1	14 May 1919
Spr A.J. Church	WW1	17 June 1916
Bdr C.H. Churchill	WW1	23 February 1918	For the utmost gallantry, devotion to duty and determination. On the morning of the 6th instant immediately after the attack on PASSCHENDAELE, Bdr CHURCHILL set out to establish a continuous Wave Wireless Station on PASSCHENDAELE. The need of this station was imperative as Wireless was the only means of rapid communication for the H.A. and F.A. F.O.Os. Heavily laden with Wireless instruments etc., this Bdr continued for almost 4 miles in the face of very heavy enemy shell and machine gun fire. The station was successfully established about 100 yards behind our line and in full view of the enemy. Bdr CHURCHILL did heroic work in frequently erecting the aerial which was being shot away, and in maintaining until relieved 48 hours later. [10th Battery, C.F.A attached Canadian Corps Signal Company]
LCpl R.D. Clissold	WW2	22 September 1945
Spr W. Cockeram	WW1	27 October 1916
A/Cpl J.L. Collins	WW1	3 June 1916
Spr H. Conley	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Sgt C.L. Cooling	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr J.W. Cope	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
LCpl E.C. Corner	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Cpl F.W. Coulter	WW1	16 August 1917
Spr R. Cox	WW1	2 November 1917	[2nd Canadian Divisional Signals (Hill 70)]
Sgt B. Craine	WW2	1 March 1945
Sgt W.F. Cramp	WW2	28 April 1945
Sgt R.A. Craven	WW1	10 August 1916
Cpl T.R. Craven	WW1	11 October 1916
Cpl A.W. Crawford	WW1	11 October 1916
A/Sgt H.L. Creighton	WW1	28 July 1917
Sigmn J.F. Crosby	WW2	9 February 1946
Cpl W.P. Dale	WW1	28 September 1917
Cpl N.F. Daley	WW2	19 December 1944
Sigmn C.J. Daley	WW1	9 July 1917
LCpl R.A. Davis	WW2	22 September 1945	On the 25 and 26 April 1945 the guns of the 8 Canadian Field Regiment (Self-Propelled) were deployed near WIRDUM in support of the attack on the DELFZIJL pocket. During this time the whole regimental area was subjected continually to intense enemy shelling with the result that vital line communications were being repeatedly cut. The task of Lance Corporal DAVIS was to maintain these communications at all costs. Working day and night for 48 hours with little or no sleep and complete disregard for enemy shelling Lance Corporal DAVIS repaired and maintained approximately 3 miles of existing cables and in addition personally supervised the laying of a supplementary cable, a distance of 2 miles, over difficult country. Lance Corporal DAVIS realized that if line communications were not kept open the full support of the regiment would not be available for our forward troops, and when three members of his party became casualties he re-doubled his efforts, going personally to effect repairs perticularly in the places where the shelling was heaviest. It was in not small degree due to the courage and initiative of this soldier, who carried out a hazardous and trying task with great gallantry, that the full fire support of the regiment was immediately available throughout the action to our forward troops. [5 Canadian Armoured Divisional Signals attached 8 Canadian Field Regiment (Selp-propelled), RCA]
Spr C.J. Davis	WW1	23 February 1918
Sigmn J.H.M. Dehler	WW2	4 November 1943	Sicily: On the evening of 22 Jul 43 the enemy heavily shelled our position at Linertina. Sigmn Dehler was on duty as operator of the 22 wireless set working to Bde. The wireless vehicle containing the set was in a small wood. Enemy shells began falling close to the vehicle, on about 30 feet in front and one about 15 feet in rear. Fires broke out. Then an ammunition truck about 20 yards from the wireless vehicle caught fire and A. Tank shells and other ammunition began to explode. While this was going on another enemy shell dropped about 6 or 7 feet in front of the wireless vehicle and other fires started nearby. Shelling in the immediate vicinity lasted about an hour. All personnel in the vicinity of the wireless vehicle took cover at the beginning of the shelling and, except when required to leave cover to perform duties, remained under cover while the shelling lasted. Sigmn Dehler might have taken cover or lain down beside his vehicle at least for short periods, however her remained at his set in a very exposed position throughout the shelling and maintained communication with Bde H.Q. He showed great devotion to duty and disregard for his own safety.
Sgt N. Dent	WW1	13 March 1918	[1st Canadian Divisional Signal Company]
Cpl W.J. Dickson	WW1	13 March 1919
Spr D.McN. Donaldson	WW1	14 May 1919
LCpl D.B. Doney	WW1	3 July 1919	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the operations near Valenciennes this soldier performed the duty of Brigade Linesman. On the night of 31st October / 1st November 1918 previous to the attack he was called upon to work under extremely difficult conditions in an area which was being heavily shelled with gas. He gave a fine example of personal bravery, and again on 1st November remained at duty during the day, repaired lines which were being repeatedly cut by enemy shell fire. He showed an utter disregard for his personal safety and though exposed to extremely heavy shell fire and accurate machine gun fire during the day he stuck to his post, and as a consequence of his efforts, communication was maintained at a time of extreme importance. His example to his comrades was most inspiring.
LCpl J.C. Dow	WW1	19 November 1917	[2nd Canadian Divisional Signals (Hill 70)]
Sgt A. Dunbar	WW1	11 February 1919	[Awarded for operations in August 1918. (War Diary, 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 28 September 1918.)]
Spr F.B. Eagleson	WW1	13 March 1919
LCpl J.H. Eastcott	WW1	23 February 1918
Spr G. Edgerley	WW1	13 March 1918
Cpl A.R. Edwards	WW2	3 July 1945	Corporal Edwards is responsible for the laying and maintenance of regimental line communications. He has always shown great courage and perseverance in the carrying out of his duties, often under heavy fire. In the LIRI VALLEY operations 8 Canadian Field Regiment (Self-Propelled) was continuously moving forward in close support of armoured units. Maintenance of line communications was vital and most difficult due both to enemy shell fire and to the manoeuvering of our own tanks. On 24 and 25 May 1944 this non-Commissioned Officer was continuously out laying and repairing cable, often under very heavy fire and with no respite or rest. Due to his courage and initiative, line was never cut long enough to cause a reduction of fire support. On the night of 5 September 1944, subsequent to the breakthrough the GOTHIC LINE, the regiment was deployed near MISANO. During the night, the gun area was subjected to concentrated enemy shell fire and continued bombing and strafing attacks by enemy aircraft. Many casualties to personnel were suffered and considerable equipment destroyed. Throughout the night, signal lines were continually being out by shell fire and bombing. Completely disregarding the shells and bombs, Corporal Edwards repaired lines throughout the night and by his courageous actions communications were maintained. Corporal Edward's service has been marked by gallantry, courage and initiative. Due to his personal effort, vital regimental line communications have never failed. His distinguished conduct and devotion to duty are an example to all ranks. [5th Canadian Armoured Divisional Signals]
A/Cpl J.W. Ellinthorpe	WW1	11 February 1919	[Canadian Corps Signal Company.]
Spr J.G. Elsey	WW1	19 November 1917	For consistent good work and devotion to duty. On August 15th to 18th 1917, during active operations he operated a telephone exchange for sixty hours out of 72 hours. His pluck and determination set a splendid example. [Hill 70]
Spr M.G. Evans	WW1	4 February 1918	Near Freezenberg from Oct 22nd to 30th this man maintained lines of communication over a badly shelled area showing great gallantry and devotion to duty. It was owed to his good work that messages of great importance were transmitted from Division to Bgde. Headquarters and uninterrupted service maintained.
Spr L.N.B. Evans	WW1	14 May 1919
Pte A.M. Farr	WW1	17 June 1916
Sgt B. Faughnan	WW1	9 July 1917	[Awarded in relation to the attack on Vimy Ridge. (War Diary, 4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 18 May 1917)]
A/Sgt H.J. Faulkner	WW1	11 October 1916	General good work and devotion to duty and particularly gallantry in laying and maintaining telephone wires under heavy shell fire. [1st Divisional Signal Company.]
Cpl L.W. Feig	WW2	12 July 1945	During November and December 1944 and January 1945 this NCO has shown exemplary devotion to duty and initiative in overcoming technical difficulties whilst in command of isolated wireless detachments. In particular, Corporal Feig showed praiseworthy leadership whilst in charge of the rear link wireless detachment at HQ 4 Commando Brigade during the seaborne assault on WALCHEREN ISLAND 1 November 1944. This detachment manned a wireless set specially installed in an LVT which disembarked from an LCT on the WEST KAPPELLE Beach at H-plus-1 Hour. Enemy shelling was heavy during the approach to the beach and the LVT was hit by fragments from a nearby burst but communication was re-opened immediately after landing. Brigade Headquarters was established in a blockhouse, but since the wireless set could NOT be removed from its vehicle, the LVT carrying Corporal Feig's detachment was forced to remain on open ground where it was subjected to fire from artillery, mortars and machine guns. For two days Corporal Feig's detachment remained in this position, after which they spent three days in the village of WEST KAPPELLE where only occasional shelling was experienced. Wireless traffic was fairly heavy and the detachment, in addition to its expected task, was required to pass messages over a forward net on a different frequency using the same wireless set. During the entire five days, communication was interrupted only twice -- once for fifteen minutes when the LVT was hit, and once for thirty minutes when exploding ammunition from a nearby burning vehicle was falling in and around the wireless LVT. During the difficult first two days of the landing, Corporal Feig remained continuously with his detachment. By his steadiness he ensured that messages were passed forward as necessary, as well as backward over the rear link, thus maintaining communications which were vital to the success of the operation.
Pte R. Ferguson	WW1	3 July 1919
LCpl A.A. Ferris	WW2	30 September 1944	Reference Map Italy 1/100,000 Sheet 160 Cassino. On 23 May 1944, 1 Canadian Division attacked and broke through the strong enemy defences of the Adolf Hitler Line. 4 Canadian Reconnaissance Regt (4 Princess Louise Dragoon Guards) pushed forward along the road leading west from Pontecorvo (MR 7217) in order to keep contact with the enemy. B-34626 Lance Corporal Alfred Adrian Ferris of 1 Canadian Divisional Signals was detailed to build a line along this route as rapidly as possible. As part of the line had to be laid through a minefield the signals detachment would normally have waited for an engineer reconnaissance party to move forward with it. No sappers were readily available so without hesitation this Non Commissioned Officer led his detachment forward on their own. Lance Corporal Ferris laid the cable through the minefield and up the road. By this time enemy artillery and snipers were making the task of the signallers all the more difficult. This Non Commissioned Officer resolutely pushed on showing great initiative and complete disregard for his own safety. His efforts were successful, for the time the headquarters of the Reconnaissance Regiment arrived at the selected site, the line to Main Divisional Headquarters (MR 751143) was laid and waiting. Largely due to Lance Corporal Ferris' bravery and determined performance of duty, efficient communication for the pursuit had been provided.
Spr C. Field	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr W.W. Finley	WW1	13 March 1919
Spr M.M. Fisher	WW1	24 January 1919
L/Cpl J.E. Flanigan	WW1	23 February 1918	For conspicuous gallantry and resourcefulness under shell- This N.C.O. was in charge of the Brigade forward lines during the BELLEVUE engagement. On the night of 25th/26th Oct., he superintended the laying of the two metallic circuits and a ladder line from cable head to Bn Hqrs., at WATERLOO, and during the whole of the succeeding day and night he worked continuously in his endeavours to maintain these wires under an exceptionally heavy concentrated bombardment. He repaired over 50 breaks and although blown into a shell hole and rendered temporarily unconscious and on recovery although in a daze condition he carried on until communication was permanently established. [3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company attached 9th Canadian Brigade.]
2/Cpl E.S. Fleischmann	WW1	7 October 1918	At HINGES, on the night of May 20th, for gallantry in action whilst in charge of a forward signal station. After all of the men comprising his detachment has become casualties through gas shelling, and though himself suffering from the effects of gas, this N.C.O. in a most fearless and efficient manner continued to keep the forward lines in repair until relieved. As the result of 2/Corpl. Fleishman's splendid devotion to duty his post was kept in continuous communication through a most crucial period. [From WD, Canadian Corps Signal Company 1918 pdf, page 99/550.]
Spr T.A. Fleming	WW1	23 February 1918
A/Cpl J.J. Fleming	WW1	13 March 1919
Spr J.T. Flemming	WW1	2 November 1917	[2nd Canadian Divisional Signals (Hill 70)]
Spr G. Fordyce	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr H.W.T. Forrester	WW1	12 December 1917
A/2/Cpl H.J. Fryer	WW1	19 November 1917
Cpl W. Fullerton	WW1	3 June 1916
2/Cpl G.W. Gardiner	WW1	28 July 1917	2nd Corporal Gardiner performed most valuable work in laying an maintaining telephone lines during the 1st Canadian Infantry Brigade operations on the 3rd May, 1917, resulting in the taking of FRESNOY. During the early morning of the 3rd May this N.C.O. showed great disregard for his personal safety in maintaining lines to the left battalion battle headquarters at T.29.d.3.8 during heavy and prolonged hostile shelling. 2nd Cpl. Gardiner has always shown the utmost zeal and devotion to duty during the 2 years and 3 months he has been in France. [No. 2 Sec, 1st Canadian Divisional Signal Company attached to 1st Canadian Infantry Brigade.]
Sgt F.G. Garnett	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl G. Gass	WW1	3 July 1919
Sgt H.J. Geale	WW1	17 June 1916
Sgt R.B. Gibson	WW1	9 July 1917
Spr V.W. Gibson	WW1	11 February 1919
LCpl S.E. Gilbert	WW2	2 October 1942
Sgt C. Glaysher	WW1	19 November 1917	For most conspicuous gallantry on 17/19th August, 1917 when for over six hours, during an S.O.S. and under heavy bombardment of H.E. and "mustard" gas shell, 2/Cpl Glaysher and Spr Campbell maintained the lines from brigade to Batteries and so enabled the Brigade Commander to use his guns to the best advantage. [Hill 70]
Gnr G.E. Goodman	WW1	17 June 1916
LSgt W. Gordon	WW2	22 September 1945
Spr H.S. Gordon	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr J.G. Gow	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr A.W. Graham	WW1	9 July 1917	[Awarded in relation to the attack on Vimy Ridge. (War Diary, 4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 18 May 1917)]
Sigmn W.T. Gray	WW2	29 September 1945
Spr E.G. Gray	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr P.A.R. Green	WW1	11 December 1918
Spr R.W. Guy	WW1	19 November 1917	[2nd Canadian Divisional Signals (Hill 70)]
A/2/Cpl R.J. Hanna	WW1	13 March 1918
LCpl G.A. Hardiman	WW1	2 April 1918	For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty in that he on Nov 5th 1917 volunteered to go forward with the Wireless party and carried 24 pigeons for use in sending back messages in case the wireless failed. This necessitated a walk of 4 1/2 miles through very heavy shell fire, demanding great determination. he gave every possible assistance to the wireless detachment in the erection of the station, and when the wireless aerial was blown down and messages had to be sent these pigeons proved invaluable. This NCO remained at this point for 4 days without sleep and in his spare time he gave great assistance to the stretcher bearers in carrying in wounded and attending to same.
Cpl R.W. Hardy	WW1	13 March 1919
Sgt R. Harper	WW1	23 August 1916	For his determined and gallant conduct during the aciton in the Ypres Salient on the 4th June 1916, thereby succeeding after numerous and daring attempts in establishing telephone connunication with yeomanry Post under heavy and incessant shell and rifle fire at a very critical period of the operations. [3rd Divisional Signal Company attached to 7th Canadian Infantry Brigade.]
Sgt D.L. Hart	WW2	2 October 1942	During the operation at Dieppe, 19 Aug 42, Sgt Hart was in charge of the "B" Wave Set of BQ 4 Cdn Inf Bde on board LCT #10. In spite of the fact that this LCT was subjected to heavy shell fire which caused considerable damage and many casualties, Sgt Hart steadily carried on with the operation of his set, and kept in touch with Force HQ throughout the operation, making a material contribution to the success obtained. His coolness under fire in the continuous performance of his duties made him a conspicuous example to his men. Sgt Hart's devotion to duty was further emphasized upon his return to England by his work in re-organizing his section, at which task he persisted without leave until his officer came back from hospital. [2nd Canadian Infantry Divisional Signals]
Cpl J. Hayley	WW2	28 April 1945
Spr A.J.L. Haynes	WW1	3 July 1919
LCpl K.W. Heaps	WW1	13 March 1919
Spr M.G. Henderson	WW1	24 January 1919
SgtMaj W.DeF. Henderson		10 October 1908
Spr C.S. Hewitt	WW1	11 February 1919	[Canadian Signals Reinforcement Depot attached to Canadian Corps Signal Company.]
L/Cpl A.K. Hibbert	WW1	19 February 1917	During the actions of Oct 25th, Nov; 11th-18th 1916, he ran and repaired lines through barrage after barrage showing exceptional initiative and skill and disregard for his won personal safety. This N.C.O. has lined in this neighbourhood from Oct; 9th-Nov 24th 1916, without relief and has always shown utter devotion to duty. [4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr W. Hill	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr F. Hilliard	WW1	13 March 1919
Spr R.E.W. Hillier	WW1	28 September 1917
Sgt E. Hilton	WW1	20 August 1919
A/Cpl W.J. Howard	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr J. Howarth	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Sgt G.R. Hughes	WW1	11 October 1916
Spr P. Hughes	WW1	28 September 1917
Sgt F. Hunt	WW1	11 February 1919	[C.A.S.C., M.T. attached to Canadian Corps Signal Company.]
Spr W.C. Impett	WW1	11 February 1919	[Awarded for operations in August 1918. (War Diary, 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 28 September 1918.)]
Spr T. Innes	WW1	19 November 1917	On Aug 15th, 16th and 17th 1917, Spr Innes displayed exceptional courage in repeatedly repairing overland telephone cables cut by enemy shell fire. He was gassed on the night of Aug. 17th/18th, while mending lines during a heavy enemy bombardment with gas shells. [Hill 70]
Spr D.F. Irvine	WW1	13 March 1919
Cpl C. Jackson	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr S. Jacobs	WW1	13 March 1919
Cpl E. James	WW1	16 November 1916
Cpl R.W. James	WW2	20 January 1945
Spr S.H.R. Jarrett	WW1	13 March 1918
LCpl E.A. Jarrett	WW1	14 May 1919
Sgt I.R. Johns	WW2	10 November 1945	Sergeant JOHNS has been attached to 3 Canadian Armoured Reconnaissance Regiment (Governor General's Horse Guards) for the past eighteen months in command of 'R' Troop Signals 5 Canadian Armoured Division. He has displayed excellent qualities of a Non Commissioned Officer and in the exercise of his duties has shown outstanding ability and leadership. By the enthusiastic spirit of this Non Commissioned Officer it is evident that he has at heart not only the interestes of his own troop but of the Regiment as a whole. In October 1944 the Governor General's undertook a dismounted role for the push from BELARIA to RAVENNA. The complex system of line communications required for this role appeared impossible from the resources within the Regiment. Sergeant JOHNS immediately undertook to assemble the necessary equipment to provide signal converage for this extremely difficult change-over. Working at high speed Sergeant JOHNS and his detachment accomplished the task and when the regiment went into action, complete wireless and line communications were available. Throughout the long operation this outstanding Non Commissioned officer inspired his men to such a degree that maintenance and repair of signal cables were of the highest order. The initiative and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant JOHNS have materially contributed to the brilliant success of the operation. In April 1945, South or DREEL, HOLLAND, Sergeant JOHNS again distinguished himself. "B" Echelon had just harboured for the night when word was received that a force of approximately 200 of the enemy were forming up to attack the position. Without hesitation Sergeant JOHNS organized a cable laying party from men available and quickly established communications from the command post to each outpost. Sergeant JOHNS personally undertook to lay cable and check the telephone of the most exposed outpost and remained at this position until he was satisfied that everything was in order. As a result of the rapid action on the part of this Non Commissioned Officer complete control was mainained throughout the attack. The service rendered by Sergeant JOHNS to the regiment to which he as attached, has often been above and beyond the normal call of duty, and has won him the respect and admiration of all and has contributed greatly to the many successful actions fought by the regiment. ['R' Troop, 5 Canadian Armoured Divisional Signals (attached to 3 Canadian Armoured Reconnaissance Regiment (Governor General's Horse Guards))]
LSgt H.W.M. Johnson	WW2	3 July 1945
Spr R. Johnson	WW1	11 February 1919	[Awarded for operations in August 1918. (War Diary, 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 28 September 1918.)]
Sgt T.J. Johnson	WW2	17 March 1945
Spr B.H. Johnston	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr J.G. Jones	WW1	23 February 1918
Cpl W. Jones	WW1	24 January 1919
A/Cpl F. Jones	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr P. Joyner	WW1	23 February 1918
Sigmn P.V. Kallal	WW2	10 March 1945
A/Cpl L.A. Kaye	WW1	11 February 1919
A/2/Cpl H. Kee	WW1	23 August 1916	For continuously carrying out in a most faithful manner ardous duties, practically every night supervising the laying of cable from the Ypres Ramparts to the front line for nine weeks previous to the 2nd and 3rd June 1916, and on the latter date for meritorious service laying and repairing telephone lines from Zillebeke Bund to front line during intense enemy bombardment and most adverse conditions. [8th Brigade Signal Section, 3rd Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr G.A. Kelly	WW1	13 March 1919
A/Cpl D. Kennedy	WW1	3 July 1919
A/2/Cpl H.B. Keslick	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr W. Key	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl A.E. Kimball	WW2	10 November 1945
2/Cpl E.B. Kirby	WW1	14 May 1919
Cpl R.J. Kirkpatrick	WW2	3 July 1945
Spr I. Kitchen	WW1	23 February 1918
A/Cpl K. LaRush	WW1	17 June 1919
Spr W.D. Lamb	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr S.G. Lang	WW1	13 March 1919
A/Sgt F. Lawson	WW1	6 January 1917	For gallantry and coolness on 1st November near COURCELETTE in assisting a wounded Officer of the R.F.C. under machine gun and shell fire when on of our Planes was brought down by an enemy plane. Cpl LAWSON who was near ran forward at once, in spite of the machine gun fire of the enemy plane which followed ours close to the ground and assisted the unwounded occupant in lifting out and dressing the wounds of the other who was badly hit. The enemy quickly opened upon the fallen Plane with salvoes of 5.9s, but Cpl LAWSON with the aid of three infantry men who had meanwhile joined him (names and Battn unknown) improvised a stretcher and removed the wounded Officer. The enemy increased his rate of fire, and followed up their party which was quite in the open and shells fell all around them but they coolly carried the wounded Officer to safety.
Spr A.M. Lawson	WW1	14 May 1919
Spr J. Leary	WW1	2 November 1917
LCpl R. Leavitt	WW1	24 January 1919
Pte F.K. Lee	WW1	6 January 1917
A/Sgt T.D. Lee	WW1	10 August 1916
Spr R.G. Lester	WW1	9 December 1916
Spr E.F. Longley	WW1	28 July 1917
Sgt E. Love	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr E.R. Love	WW1	14 May 1919
Spr H.R. Lovett	WW1	23 February 1918
Sgt J.S. Lowther	WW1	9 July 1917
Spr W.H.W. Lucy	WW1	17 June 1919
Spr T.P. Lumb	WW1	13 March 1919
LCpl A.E. MacAfee	WW1	3 July 1919
Sgt J.J. MacDonald	WW1	18 October 1917	[57th M. Airline Sec. Sig Coy.]
A/Cpl C.H. MacDonald	WW1	11 October 1916	For devotion to duty on the night of April 26th 1916 during the bombardment on the 1st Bde front when after all lines to the right Battn at the Dump had been smashed by shell fire Cpl MacDonald and another went out and succeeded in repairing the lines under heavy shell fire. Both had previously rendered useful service as linesmen at Ypres, Festubert and Gevenchy. [1st Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr R.S. MacDonald	WW1	23 August 1916	For conspicuous energy, bravery, and resource displayed on the 2-3 June 1916, whilst carrying out his duties as linesman repairing and laying telephone lines between Zillebeke Bund and the front line, during intense enemy bombardment. This after nine weeks of excellent work as linesman between Ypres Ramparts and the front line, supervising working parties burying cables in Sanctuary Wood. [3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company]
Sgt P.A. MacGillivray	WW1	19 February 1917
Cpl E.H. MacKay	WW1	13 March 1919
LCpl W.R. MacLaren	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr C.T. MacLeod	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr A.H. MacQuarrie	WW1	24 January 1919	[12th Canadian Infantry Brigade]
LCpl J.W.A. Mackie	WW2	10 March 1945
Cpl H.T. Magee	WW1	9 July 1917
LCpl N. Main	WW2	28 April 1945
Cpl W. Mallinson	WW1	23 February 1918
Sgt K.R. Mangan	WW1	14 May 1919
Spr F.J. Manson	WW1	11 February 1919	[Awarded for operations in August 1918. (War Diary, 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 28 September 1918.)]
Spr J.C. Manson	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr A.D. Martin	WW1	13 March 1919
Sgt A.B. Mawbey	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr E.R. May	WW1	11 February 1919
LCpl A.J. McArthur	WW1	23 February 1918
L/Cpl J.D. McCall	WW1	23 August 1916
Sgt N.B. McCausland	WW1	19 November 1917
Sgt M.R. McCracken	WW1	27 October 1916
Spr E.A. McCrady	WW1	9 December 1916
A/Cpl K.G. McDonald	WW1	17 June 1919
Spr W.J. McDonald	WW1	23 February 1918
Spr E. McEwen	WW1	21 December 1916
Bomdr I. McFadyen	WW1	13 March 1918
2Cpl W. McGowan	WW1	21 December 1916
Spr J. McGregor	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Spr M.H. McGregor	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr R.P. McIntosh	WW1	9 July 1917
Cpl G. McKay	WW1	11 February 1919
Sjt J. McKee	WW1	3 July 1919
LCpl E. McLaren	WW1	12 June 1918
Spr C.T. McLeod	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr D.A. McLeod	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr H.J. McLeod	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Sgt V.H. McLeod	WW1	9 July 1917
2/Cpl H. McMillan	WW1	24 January 1919	[12th Canadian Infantry Brigade]
Sgt W. McMinn	WW1	6 January 1917
Pte I.D. McNaughton	WW1	6 January 1917	For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty as a linesman stationed at Bde Headquarters during the operations of the 1st Canadian Division in the Somme Area Sept 4th - Oct 17th, 1916. Pte McNaughton in company with No. 29 Pte Vernon distinguished himself during the morning of Oct 11th when the enemy shelling artillery positions near Pozieres continually cut our lines at a test point. By his coolness initiative and disregard for danger he managed to least one pair of lines in working condition throughout the morning for communication between Divisional and Bde Headquarters.
LCpl C.H. McNeill	WW2	10 November 1945
A/Cpl J. McNish	WW1	3 July 1919
Sgt F.S. McPherson	WW1	3 June 1916	For continuous good service in the field from Feb 1915 to present, laying out and maintaining Bde communications under great difficulties on many occasions.
Sgt W.H. McPherson	WW2	22 September 1945
Sgt J. McQuaig	WW1	19 November 1917
Spr W.F. McRae	WW1	16 November 1916	Worked and laid cables under continuously heavy shell fire from Pozieres to the front line during 7th to 15th 1916, and after the work was finished he manned the test point in the front line. On the night of the 14th/15th Sept, during the heaviest barrage yet experienced on the Can Corps front a heavy shell broke through the trench and cut and buried system. On his own initiative he went out with cables to bridge the gaps and worked under the barrage for 3 hours himself. [Canadian Corps Signal Company.]
A/Cpl P.C. McWha	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl J.E. Mercer	WW1	21 December 1916
Cpl F.C. Merrill	WW1	9 July 1917	[Awarded in relation to the attack on Vimy Ridge. (War Diary, 4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 18 May 1917)]
Spr H.M. Middaugh	WW1	9 December 1916	For conspicuous bravery on the night of September 17th, 1916, in sector occupied by the 5th Canadian Infantry Brigade at Courcelette in that he repaired seven breaks in a line running from the Bde Hdeqrs to Sugar Refinery in one trip under the most galling and intense shell fire. He made two trips. this was the only line kept open between Bde and the front line during the attack, and messages were sent over it that, had they not been expedited by wire would have seriously affected communication. [2nd Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr P.W. Miller	WW1	17 June 1919
Sigmn B.C. Mills	WW2	3 July 1945
Spr J.W. Milne	WW1	20 August 1919
Cpl A.W. Minchin	WW1	11 October 1916	This N.C.O. came to France with his Battalion in February 1915, since this period he has repeatedly carried despatches under very heavy fire, displaying great courage and devotion to duty, especially during the more recent operations April to June, 1916.
Spr A.G. Mitchell	WW1	2 November 1917	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty 15th August, 1917. Spr MITCHELL was one of a party of six linesmen sent forward to lay lines. The party, including the Sgt in charge, were wounded, and Spr MITCHELL was left alone. At this crisis he displayed great initiative and resolution and securing the assistance of another Signaller laid a line forward under very heavy shell fire. The reels of wire which he carried were riddled with shrapnel, but in spite of this and other serious difficulties he finally succeeded in establishing communication. throughout the whole trying tour of 8 days, during which the lines were constantly being broken by unceasing shell fire Spr MITCHELL performed his duty with the greatest courage and determination and set an inspiring example to the men of whom he was in charge. [2nd Canadian Divisional Signals attached to HQ 5th Canadian Infantry Brigade. (Hill 70)]
LCpl J.W. Moran	WW1	11 December 1918
Spr D.A. Morrison	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr C.O. Morton	WW1	23 February 1918
Cpl R.H. Morton	WW1	23 August 1916	For conspicuous bravery on 2nd June, 1916, and throughout recent operation in the Ypres Salient. He personally mended telephone lines during severe shell fire and gave invaluable assistance in maintaining communications by the gallant example he set the men in his charge. He also went out to assist a comrade who had been mortally wounded on the 3rd June. [3rd Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr E.H. Moss	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Cpl S.G. Moule	WW1	16 November 1916	Worked and laid cables under continuously heavy shell fire from Pozieres to the front line during 7th to 15th September 1916, jointed and sorted the pairs of cables so skilfully that only one faulty joint was subsequently found. He was wounded on the last day but continued and finished his work in spite of this.
Spr H.T.R. Mount	WW1	23 February 1918
Spr F.J. Mundy	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr S. Munro	WW1	19 November 1917
Cpl J.M. Murray	WW2	10 November 1945	On the 7th and 8th of April 1945 Cpl Murray was placed in charge of a test point at Driel, west of Arnhem on the Neder Rhine. The test point was located in the center of Driel in the area of a forward company of the Perth Regt. and its purpose was to keep open line communications to be used to control a proposed crossing of the river at that point. During the hours of daylight the immediate area was under observation from the far side of the river and was constantly under fire from enemy mortars and machine guns. On ten separate occasions the lines were cut and each time Cpl Murray at once led his detachment to repair them. While up a pole making a splice, shells landed nearby. He ordered his men to cover but without regard for his own safety he completed the splices. Cpl Murray's devotion to duty and splendid example is typical of the fine service rendered by this N.C.O. throughout the campaign in Italy + N W Europe. [1 Canadian Corps Signals]
Cpl E.J. Nash	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr D.A. New	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl C.J. Nicholls	WW1	11 October 1916
Spr G.C. Nichols	WW1	3 July 1919
Sgt J.M. Nicoll	WW1	9 July 1917
Spr P.A. Noonan	WW1	20 August 1919
Spr G.E. Northwood	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl C.E. Ogden	WW1	11 October 1916
Sigmn A.D. Olive	WW1	9 July 1917
A/Sgt G.J. Oliver	WW1	9 July 1917	During the capture of VIMY RIDGE on April 9th 1917, near THELUS, he repeatedly repaired telephone wires under heavy enemy barrage. He worked continuously for 48 hours repairing wires, showing a total disregard for danger. His courage and initiative were mainly responsible for the success of communications during the operation.
Sgt J.W. Ord	WW1	27 October 1916
Cpl H.T. O’Neill	WW2	20 January 1945
L/Cpl J.J. O’Neill	WW1	9 July 1917
Spr F. Paisley	WW1	17 June 1919
A/Sgt E. Parsonage	WW1	19 November 1917
Sgt A. Pateman	WW2	22 September 1945
Spr J.L. Paterson	WW1	11 February 1919	[Awarded for operations in August 1918. (War Diary, 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 28 September 1918.)]
Spr C.M. Patmore	WW1	4 February 1918	Forward of Ypres at (Sheet 28 N.W.
2/Cpl D.McI. Patrick	WW1	14 May 1919
2/Cpl R.G. Patterson	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr J.R. Peacock	WW1	9 December 1916
Spr H.R. Penstone	WW1	13 March 1918
Sgt H. Peters	WW1	24 January 1919	[4th Bde C.F.A]
Spr W. Phillips	WW1	3 July 1919
L/Cpl E. Phillips	WW1	24 January 1919
LCpl F.J. Pickstock	WW2	20 January 1945
Spr J. Pitt	WW1	3 July 1919
Sgt M. Potter	WW1	23 February 1918
Cpl C.W. Prynne	WW1	12 June 1918
Spr D.H. Rae	WW1	9 December 1916
Cpl S.H. Rampling	WW2	22 September 1945
Spr L.A. Ratcliffe	WW1	9 July 1917
Sigmn W.J. Ray	WW2	2 October 1942
Spr G.W. Redpath	WW1	24 January 1919
Gnr P.M. Reesor	WW1	11 February 1919	[5th C.D.A. attached to Canadian Corps Signal Company.]
Spr D.J. Reid	WW1	3 July 1919
LCpl A.E. Reynard	WW1	18 july 1917
LCpl L.M. Richardson	WW1	28 September 1917
A/Cpl N.S. Richardson	WW1	27 October 1916	During the operations on June 2nd, in the Ypres Salient he was twice blown off his motor cycle by shelled fire while acting as special D.R. for the 7th Canadian Infantry Brigade, he was rendered unconscious in the second occasion and brought to the dressing station at Renninghels. On regaining consciousness he procured another machine and returned to duty at once. Also for consistent good services. [3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
A/Cpl J. Rieberger	WW2	21 July 1945	Reference Map HOLLAND 1/50,000 Sheet 5 ZUTPHEN. On 11 April 1945, 1 Canadian Infantry Division made an assault crossing of the IJSSEL River at MR 945024. L10515 Signalman (Acting Corporal) RIEBERGER was in command of a detachment of 1 Canadian Infantry Division Signals Line Section. Acting Corporal RIEBERGER'S task was to lay signal lines from the command post of the Commander Royal Engineers to the bridging sites of the three Field Companies. One of these bridging sites was on the far side of the river. Acting Corporal RIEBERGER worked ceaselissly from 1630 hours on 11 April until 0230 hours 12 April laying and maintaining the lines to these bridging sites. Throughout the whole of this he was under continuous shell fire. In one instance while paying out cable and shells were dropping all around him, he continued to ignore the safety of a slit trench nearby and carried on with his task ensuring that the lines did not become snarled or broken. At 0100 hours on that night it was reported to Corporal RIEBERGER that the line to the Forward Observation Officer was out. Realizing the vital necessity of counter battery fire he immediately volunteered to repair it. Under the harassing ocnditions of complete darkness he unertook this task of repairing a line with which he was not familiar and which was laid across ground he had not been over before. By his own initiative and courage Corporal RIEBERGER overcame these difficulties and repaired the line. Again, he was under countinuous shelling. Such unflinching devotion to his duty was a constant inspiration to his men. As a result of his efforts good communications were maintained with the bridging site and largely contributed to the successful bridging operation. [1 Canadian Infantry Divisional Signals]
Sgt W.C. Roberts	WW1	27 October 1916	At St Eloi on the night of April 13th/14th 1916, for conspicuous bravery and coolness in repairing telephone lines during heavy bombardment. Also for untiring efforts in maintaining communications between April 11th-18th, 1916 under heavy shell fire. [2nd Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
L/Cpl D.D. Robertson	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr W.D. Robertson	WW1	23 February 1918
Cpl W. Ross	WW1	14 May 1919
Spr M.D. Ross	WW1	11 February 1919	[10th Canadian Infantry Brigade]
LCpl F. Roussell	WW1	16 November 1916	Worked under continuously heavy shell fire from POZIERES to the front line from June 7th to 15th September 1916, assisting Cpl S.C. Moule in jointing and sorting the pairs of cables, so skillfully that only one faulty joint was subsequently found. He worked with-out rest under these conditions for nine days and during five of these he had no rest at all. [Canadian Corps Signal Company]
A/Cpl F.L. Ruse	WW1	24 January 1919
Cpl J.H. Rushforth	WW1	9 December 1916
Cpl A.B. Rutherford	WW1	9 December 1916
Sgt T.J. Ryan	WW2	19 December 1944
Cpl C.A. Ryder	WW1	11 February 1919	[Awarded for operations in August 1918. (War Diary, 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 28 September 1918.)]
Spr W.B. Ryrie	WW1	24 January 1919
Cpl R.J. Sanderson	WW1	17 June 1919
LCpl H.F. Schindler	WW1	19 February 1917
Sgt A. Scott	WW1	9 July 1917
A/Bdr J.R. Scott	WW1	13 March 1919
Cpl M.S. Scott	WW2	19 December 1944
LSgt R.F. Seabrook	WW2	26 August 1944
Spr T.C. Selby	WW1	19 November 1917
Cpl H.D. Sharp	WW1	11 October 1916
Spr H.E. Sharpe	WW1	3 July 1919
2/Cpl P. Shaw	WW1	16 August 1917	At VIMY RIDGE, on April 9th 1917, 2/Cpl SHAW remained on duty as operator for 36 consecutive hours and when relieved voluntarily repaired a line under heavy shelling. He set an excellent example to the remainder of the Section by his perseverance and bravery. [1st Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
A/Sgt F. Shaw	WW1	6 January 1917
A/LCpl R. Sheard	WW1	19 November 1917
Pte C.E. Sheppard	WW1	3 June 1916	Under very heavy artillery fire, this signaller left his dugout in Trench and showed conspicuous bravery in reprising a telephone which had been destroyed by enemy fire. He voluntarily left trench and proceeded into the open remaining there at a point particularly exposed to and under very heavy fire until he had completely re-established telephone communication. [3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr E. Simpson	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr D.J. Skelley	WW1	14 May 1919
Cpl L.P Smardon	WW1	27 October 1916	Great galantry and devotion to duty new Ypres during the period March to June 1916. He has been continually undre shell fire and has rendered great success in mending telephone wires at all times of the day and night. On several occaisions he has assisted wounded men to places of safety, at great personal risk. [3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Cpl B.K. Smith	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr G.F. Smith	WW1	11 February 1919
Gnr J. Smith	WW1	9 July 1917	On the night of April 8th/9th 1917, Gnr Smith displayed great bravery in remaining under heavy shell-fire for five hours repairing the buried cable route near BENTATA Tunnel. The success of the communications of the Division during the capture of the VIMY RIDGE is a direct result of the ability and bravery of Gnr Smith and a few other linesmen on whose conscientious work the reputation of the Company depends. [3rd Brigade CFA attached 1st Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr J.M. Smith	WW1	9 July 1917	For conspicuous gallantry. On April 9th 1917, near THELUS, he went forward with the attack and established communication with Bde. HQ by telephone. He continually passed through very heavy shelling in repairing wires. Again on April 13th 1917 he showed great courage in laying wire over open country under heavy rifle and machine-gun fire. His courage and determination throughout the action set a splendid example. [1st Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
L/Cpl D. Smith	WW1	11 February 1919
Cpl R. Snell	WW1	13 March 1919
Spr F. Somers	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr E. Southern	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr H. Southern	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr W.D. Spear	WW1	3 July 1919
A/Sgt N.J. Speedy	WW1	3 July 1919
Cpl L.C. Speller	WW2	2 April 1946
Spr C.M. Sprague	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr J. St. Louis	WW1	23 February 1918
Cpl E.A. Stanley	WW2	26 May 1945	Prior to and during the attack on 19 February 1945 on the Wood covering the approaches to Calcar, Corporal Stanley was in charge of the line detachment of "J" Section, 3 Canadian Infantry Division Signals. The tactical disposition of the units requuired that the line communications be laid along a road, which was in full view of the enemy and ran parallel to the wood. The plan to capture this wood was intricate and to effect success it was of paramount importance that line communications be maintained to all units under command at all times. For forty-eight hours prior to the operation this road was under continuous mortar and heavy artillery fire and all during this time, without pause for rest or food, and with members of his detachment being killed or wounded about him, Corporal Stanley laboured to build this line. He succeeded just prior to zero hour in completing an air line thirty feet above the ground that withstood all mortaring and shelling throughout the operation thus contributing materially to the success of the operation. This Non-Commissioned Officer's matchless courage, determination and devotion to duty was an example and inspiration to all ranks of "J" Section and his actions are worthy of the highest traditions of his Corps.
Cpl E.W. Stenhouse	WW1	16 November 1916	Personally supervised the laying of cable and other work under continuously heavy shell fire, from Pozierses to the front line. He worked without rest under these conditions for nine days 7th to 15th September and during five of these he had no rest at all. [Canadian Corp HQrs Signal Company.]
Spr R.S. Stephenson	WW1	4 February 1918
Spr B.C. Stevenson	WW1	3 July 1919
Sgt A. Stewart	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr R.O. Stewart	WW1	9 July 1917	[Awarded in relation to the attack on Vimy Ridge. (War Diary, 4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 18 May 1917)]
Sgt W.C. Sugden	WW1	14 May 1919
Spr B.S. Summers	WW1	13 March 1918
Sgt C. Switzer	WW1	6 January 1917
LCpl A. Sykes	WW1	9 July 1917
LCpl E.G. Tapping	WW1	11 February 1919
Spr A.A. Taylor	WW1	14 May 1919
Sgt F.H. Taylor	WW1	23 August 1918
Spt G.M. Taylor	WW1	14 may 1919
A/Cpl T.L. Taylor	WW1	24 January 1919	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty on the 8th August 1918 at BEAUCOURT - ROSIERES (Sheet D.22.d) This N.C.O. whilst in charge of a Cable detachment was ordered to establish communication between Divisional Headquarters, DEMUIN and Brigade Headquarters at BEAUCOURT Chateau. He led his detachment through heavy shell fire to Brigade Headquarters, arriving there on hour before the arrival of the Brigade Staff. During the journey the lead team and driver were put out of action but his coolness and initiative carried the work through to completion. (War Diary, 4th Divisional Signal Company, 30 September 1918)
A/Sgt W.A. Taylor	WW1	13 March 1918
Sigmn D. Theriault	WW2	10 November 1945
Sigmn G.E. Thomas	WW2	22 September 1945
Spr J. Thompson	WW1	3 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Spr N. Thompson	WW1	3 July 1919
Spr T.L. Thompson	WW1	24 January 1919	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty from the 8th to the 11th of August 1918 during the advance from DOMART (Sheet 66E.) From the 8th to the 11th August 1918 this man was employed at Brigade to maintain the Divisional line. He carried on with his work under the most adverse conditions, often for hours alone. On the 10th and 11th August he was working almost constantly under heavy shell fire and in view of the enemy, and on one occasion he repaired over 15 breaks in the calbe during the night. It was largely due to his courage and untiring energy that communication to the Brigade was maintained. (War Diary, 4th Divisional Signal Company, 30 September 1918)
Sgt E.O. Thompson	WW1	11 October 1916
Spr O.L. Tobin	WW1	17 June 1919
Cpl J. Tomlinson	WW2	22 September 1945
Sgt E. Topping	WW1	9 July 1917	[Awarded in relation to the attack on Vimy Ridge. (War Diary, 4th Canadian Divisional Signal Company, 18 May 1917)]
Pte J.H. Totten	WW1	11 February 1919
Pte G.D. Ullman	WW1	11 February 1919
LCpl C.A. Upshall	WW1	13 March 1919
A/Cpl C.E. Van Hatten	WW1	17 June 1919
Spr G.C. Verney	WW1	11 February 1919
Pte T. Vernon	WW1	6 January 1917
Spr H.G. Vines	WW1	4 February 1918
A/LSgt N.A. Walker	WW2	30 September 1944
Spr V.G. Wallace	WW1	21 December 1916
Spr J.E. Ward	WW1	9 July 1917
Cpl R.H. Ware	WW1	23 February 1918
Cpl S.G. Warren	WW1	13 March 1919
Sgt G. Watson	WW1	23 February 1918
Spr J.H. Watts	WW1	13 March 1919
A/2/Cpl R. Webb	WW1	13 March 1918
A/Sgt E.G. Weeks	WW1	11 October 1916	For devotion to duty on the night of April 26th 1916 during the bombardment on the 1st Bde front whom after all the lines to the right battalion at the Dump had been smashed by shell fire, Sgt Weeks and another went out and succeeded in repairing the lines under heavy shell fire. Both had previously rendered useful service as linesmen at YPRES, FESTUBERT and GIVENCHY.
Spr J.H. Weiss	WW1	17 June 1919
Cpl H.D. Wetmore	WW1	13 March 1918
Spr W.B. Wheeler	WW1	18 July 1917
Pte D. White	WW1	6 January 1917
Cpl A. Whitney	WW1	17 June 1919
Cpl G.O. Wilcox	WW2	28 April 1945
2/Cpl L.M. Wilde	WW1	19 February 1917
Spr F.H. Wilkinson	WW1	9 July 1917	In ZOUAVE VALLEY front of SOUCHEZ. From march 27th to April 1st. For continuous good work night and day through this period on the maintenance of lines. He went out voluntarily on several occasions to repair lines under heavy shell fire. His absolution disregard of danger and coolness under very trying conditions were a large factor in the maintenance of communications across this area.
Spr E.L. Wilson	WW1	13 March 1918
Sgt A.H. Wingrave	WW1	23 August 1918
Spr C.E. Witter	WW1	24 January 1919
Spr J.S. Wood	WW1	21 October 1918
Spr F.S. Woods	WW1	11 February 1919
Gnr S.T. Wyatt	WW1	13 March 1919
Sgt H.K. Wyman	WW1	2 November 1917	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. was in charge of the telephone communications, and although the line was continually being broken, this N.C.O., despite the exceptionally heavy shell-fire, immediately went out and repaired the breaks. During the day, it was necessary to lay four complete lines. When the fire became so intense that it was impossible to maintain the lines, this N.C.O. several times carried messages through the enemy barrages, and the great courage, coolness, and devotion to duty displayed by him, set an excellent example to the men under him. [Signal Service; 25th Bty 6th Bde CFA.]
Spr E.C. Young	WW1	26 March 1917
Spr A. Zirk	WW1	9 December 1916

A bar (representing a second award of the Military Medal) has been awarded to the following Signals personnel.

Name	Award Era	Award Date	Citation	Citation Image(s)
Cpl W.L. Baker	WW1	23 July 1919
A/Sgt C.W. Ball	WW1	23 February 1918	For conspicuous bravery in action and devotion to duty during the operations of 30th October 1917 whilst being in charge of the maintenance of the telephone wires, he himself was continually out repairing the wires in very heavy enemy barrage. Also during the four following days he was repeatedly out repairing these wires under heavy enemy shelling and by his courage and devotion to duty he inspired those under him to carry out their duties.
Sgt H.L. Buck	WW1	2 November 1917	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. and men went forward with the F.O.O. and established a line. Although this was repeatedly severed, this N.C.O. and men, despite the intense barrage constantly patrolled and repaired the line. Afterwards when it became impossible to maintain the line, this N.C.O. and men voluntarily passed through the barrages carrying back information of great value. This N.C.O. and men displayed great courage, coolness, and determination and their work was of great value.
Bdr C.H. Churchill	WW1	17 June 1919
2/Cpl A.W. Crawford	WW1	9 December 1916
LCpl J.C. Dow	WW1	24 January 1919
Sgt H.J. Faulkner	WW1	9 December 1916	For most conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty and absolute contempt for his own personal safety at POZIERS on the night of Sept. 11/12th 1916, while in charge of signals at advanced Bde. Report Centre. During 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th, and especially during the night of 11/12th Sept. this N.C.O. repeatedly repaired the wires leading to our forward battalions under very heavy shell fire. In particular during the night of Sept. 11/12th when the village of POZIERS was heavily bombarded with H.E. and gas shells from 10 p.m. till midnight Sgt FAULKNER was out constantly repairing the wires. In order to see clearly he frequently had to raise his gas helmet and was overcome by the gas on several of these difficult occasions. Nevertheless he successfully maintained this - the only telephonic communications to the front line. [1st Divisional Signal Company.]
Cpl J.E. Flanigan	WW1	11 February 1919
Sgt W. Fullerton	WW1	11 February 1919
Cpl G.W. Gardiner	WW1	19 November 1917	From the night of Aug 17/18th 1917, to the night Aug 20/21st 1917, this N.C.O. was in charge of PTO the right forward report centre. He was responsible for communications. On several occasions it was necessary for him to repair lines in exposed positions and under heavy gas-shell bombardment he continued to repair the lines and keep the Station working properly although suffering severely from gas poisoning; he continued to carry on until the Bde was relieved. His gallantry under trying conditions was of high order. [No. 2 Sec, 1st Canadian Divisional Signal Company attached to 1st Canadian Infantry Brigade.]
Sgt C. Glaysher	WW1	11 February 1919
Sgt R. Harper	WW1	23 February 1918	During the action of 30th October 1917 at a place east of Ypres he displayed conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. He exposed himself numerous times to enemy barrage in maintaining communication. He repeatedly went out to adjust and repair the base lines of the power buzzer and to adjust the Lucas lamp and at the same time kept up telephone communication. His coolness and leadership under the heavy shell fire was a splendid example to his men and inspired and encouraged hem in carrying out their duties gallantly and efficiently under these trying conditions. [3rd Divisional Signal Company attached to 7th Canadian Infantry Brigade.]
A/Sgt A.K. Hibbert	WW1	23 February 1918	In front of PASSCHENDAELE: 22nd to 29th Oct, 1917. This N.C.O. was employed as N.C.O. in charge of signal lines. His cheerful example and cool-headed direction of his men in this heavily shelled area was largely instrumental in the maintenance of good communication during the operations. He also laid a line during a heavy enemy bombardment, and the line being broken, repaired it several times, at great personal risk. He remained on this work until communication was ensured. This N.C.O. has shown exceptional ability and fearlessness at all times. His work during the above mentioned operations is only a single example of his continuous good work during the past fourteen months.
Spr F. Hilliard	WW1	23 July 1919
Spr D.F. Irvine	WW1	23 July 1919
Cpl H. Kee	WW1	9 July 1917	For gallantry and devotion to duty during the advance on VIMY RIDGE April 9th 1917. When the Brigade Wiring party was running a line forward to the Forward Battalion Headquarters, the party was hit by a shell, and all became casualties. This N.C.O. organised a further wiring party on his own initiative, and was successful in getting communication established at forward Report Centre. He then organised a stretcher party to evacuate the wounded. [8th Brigade Signal Section, 3rd Divisional Signal Company.]
A/Sgt F. Lawson	WW1	9 July 1917	For conspicuous gallantry during the capture of VIMY RIDGE. On April 9th 1917 near THELUS, he laid telephone wire forward with the attacking infantry and after having assisted in the capture of a German Signal Station he led his wires in, and began using the German telephone and exchange, established communications with Bde H.Q. He successfully maintained communication during the engagement although the wires were continually being cut by the hostile barrage. His courage and determination set a splendid example. [1 Canadian Divisional Signal Company attached 1st Canadian Divisional Artillery.]
LCpl R. Leavitt	WW1	29 March 1919
A/Cpl F.K. Lee	WW1	23 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Sgt H.R. Lovett	WW1	13 March 1919
Spr W. McGowan	WW1	11 February 1919
Sgt I.D. McNaughton	WW1	19 November 1917	For most conspicuous gallantry on the 15th Aug 1917. He went forward with the attack and established communication with an advanced station. He continued during consequent enemy counter attacks to repair telephone wires, which enabled valuable information to be sent through. His pluck, determination and total disregard to danger set a splendid example. [Hill 70]
A/Cpl A.G. Mitchell	WW1	24 January 1919
A/Sgt G.J. Oliver	WW1	19 November 1917	For conspicuous gallantry on 15th Aug 1917. He continually repaired telephone wires running forward to the attacking Companies through a heavy enemy barrage. Although buried three times he still carried on. His pluck and determination was responsible for the maintenance of telephonic communication, and enabled much valuable information to be to be transmitted to the rear. [Hill 70]
Sgt E. Parsonage	WW1	23 July 1919
Spr J.R. Peacock	WW1	23 July 1919
Spr E. Phillips	WW1	23 July 1919
Spr L.A. Ratcliffe	WW1	13 March 1918
A/Sgt P. Shaw	WW1	11 February 1919
Cpl L.P. Smardon	WW1	6 January 1917	For gallant conduct and devotion to duty during operations on the Somme from Sept. 14th-17th. When all communicaitons had been destroyed he laid new lines through heavy barrage and maintained the Somme under heavy shell fire for 48 hours without rest. Also for gallant conduct on Sept. 28th - Oct. 10th in operations in Somme area in patrolling and maintaining forward communications and attending to and assisting wounded comrades. [3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
Spr J. Smith	WW1	13 March 1918
Sgt C. Switzer	WW1	23 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Sgt F.H. Taylor	WW1	23 July 1919	[No official citation known however the War Diary for 3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company states that the award was for distinguished service during the first week of October 1918 which culminated in the capture of CAMBRAI. (War Diary entry, 20 November 1918)]
Sgt T. Vernon	WW1	23 July 1919
Spr J.E. Ward	WW1	11 February 1919
Cpl R.H. Ware	WW1	14 May 1919
A/Sgt E.G. Weeks	WW1	22 January 1917	For constant and conspicuous gallantry as a telephone line man notable on Sept 9th during an intense enemy bombardment. Sgt Weeks went over the open and despite the heavy shelling, succeeded in restoring communications twice buried in so doing. On 10th September the N.C.O. again greatly distinguished himself under similar conditions running a line across open country.
2/Cpl L.M. Wilde	WW1	13 March 1918
LCpl F.H. Wilkinson	WW1	13 March 1919	In front of VIS-on-ARTOIS on the night of 1st/2nd September 1918. He was N.C.O. in charge of a section of four men, and responsible for communication from brigade headquarters, to a forward report centre. He was continually out between these points repairing broken lines, and at all times showed the greatest bravery and devotion to duty. He set a splendid example to his section and section and it was largely through his efforts that a communication was maintained through a heavily shelled area, thereby enabling the final assembly to be successfully completed.

A second bar (representing a third award of the Military Medal) has been awarded to the following Signals personnel.

Name	Award Era	Award Date	Citation	Citation Image(s)
Sgt C. Glaysher	WW1	23 July 1919
Sgt A.K. Hibbert	WW1	14 May 1919
LCpl F. Lawson	WW1	11 December 1918
Sgt H.R. Lovett	WW1	23 July 1919
LCpl W. McGowan	WW1	23 July 1919
A/Sgt G.J. Oliver	WW1	13 March 1918	For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty Nov: 8th to 11th 1917 inclusive, during the operations against PASCHENDAELE RIDGE. Cpl OLIVER went forward on Nov: 8th and was practically on duty continuously as linesman and runner. On the morning of the attack he made seven trips through the heaviest of the enemy barrage, mending the lines and carrying despatches. his courage perseverance and resourcefulness were an inspiration to the men of the Section.
Sgt P. Shaw	WW1	20 August 1919
Cpl L.P. Smardon	WW1	4 February 1918	For gallantry and devotion to duty, in that proceeding and during the engagement west of PASSCHENDAELE Oct: 22nd to 27th 1917. He laid lines and maintained communication. During period of time stated he remained continuously at duty and in addition to his duties as N.C.O. i/c Exchange he frequently went out over lines during heavy shell fire to repair breaks and reestablished communication. [3rd Canadian Divisional Signal Company.]
LCpl F.H. Wilkinson	WW1	17 June 1919	Near INCHY-en-ARTOIS Sept. 27th 1918. For outstanding example and devotion to duty. This N.C.O. was in charge of Brigade linesmen responsible for communication to Brigade headquarters. During the assembly previous to the attack the lines were frequently cut, but realising the most urgent need of maintaining communication and though exposed to heavy enemy shell fire, by his example and inspiration to the men of his command breaks were rapidly repaired and communication maintained. In the subsequent advance he was repeatedly exposed to heavy enemy machine gun fire and shell fire, but worked throughout two days and nights without sleep until wounded on the night of 28th Sept. The efforts of this N.C.O. contributed in a large degree to the successful maintenance of signal communication at a time when it was most important.