^NOTES

^{AWARD ABBREVIATIONS}

^{OTHER ABBREVIATIONS}

¹ Killed on duty

² Award not for Minesweeping

³ Reason for award unknown

VC: Victoria Cross
GC: George Cross
CBE: Commander of the Order of the British Empire
DSO: Distinguished Service Order
OBE: Officer of the Order of the British Empire
MBE: Member of the Order of the British Empire

DSC: Distinguished Service Cross

MC: Military Cross

CGM: Conspicuous Gallantry Medal

GM: George Medal
DSM: Distinguished Service Medal

BEM: British Empire Medal (now superseded by MBE)

MID: Mention in Despatches
Commend'n: King's Commendation for Brave Conduct

B&MD: Bomb & Mine Disposal
BD: Bomb Disposal
BSO: Bomb Safety Officer
HMD: His Majesty's Drifter
HMT: His Majesty's Trawler
M/S: Minesweeper
RMS: Rendering Mines Safe

B

Leading Wireman

HMS Onyx (Algerine Class M/S)

4 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, resolution and skill in minesweeping operations clearing a channel from the Humber to Heligoland and thence along the North German Coast to Cuxhaven, Hamburg and Bremerhaven during May 1945.

A/Lt Cdr (E) RNVR

LCQ 391

16 Nov 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, efficiency and devotion to duty in the establishment of navigational aids in the approaches to the Rangoon river, in minesweeping and in the survey of the river prior to the assault on the city, May 1945.

A/PO

HMS Romney (Bangor Class M/S)

31 Mar 42
25 Aug 42
9 May 44

MID
DSM
MID

Minesweeping - First MID awarded for courage, skill and endurance while minesweeping in dangerous waters. (Nore Dec 1941-Jan 1942)
DSM awarded for Op IRONCLAD Diego Suarez May 1942.
Second MID awarded for great skill, endurance and devotion to duty in clearing enemy minefields to enable supply convoys and bombardment forces to operate in support of the Eighth Army in their advance from Egypt to Tunis.

Sub Lt RNVR

ML 222

26 Jun 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for outstanding skill, courage and devotion to duty in hazardous minesweeping operations in the ports of Northern France after the invasion Sep-Dec 1944.

Chief Stoker

HMS Romney (Bangor Class M/S)

9 May 44

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great skill, endurance and devotion to duty in clearing enemy minefields to enable supply convoys and bombardment forces to operate in support of the Eighth Army in their advance from Egypt to Tunis.

Leading Signalman

HMS Harrier (Halcyon Class M/S)

3 Apr 45

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Seaman

MMS 57

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Lt RNVR

ML 172

18 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic Apr-May 1945.

Seaman

HMT Triton (M/S)

5 Oct 43

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage and skill in many successful minesweeping operations in Mediterranean waters.

Lt RNVR

HMS Hussar (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Hussar (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Rhyl (Bangor Class M/S)

30 May 44
1 Jan 45
12 Jun 45

MID
MID
MID

Minesweeping - First MID awarded for courage and skill in dangerous minesweeping operations. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia)
Second MID awarded New Year Honours 1945.
Third MID awarded for gallantry, outstanding skill and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations over dense and shallow minefields in the opening up of Greek ports in the Gulf of Corinth. (Patras and Itea)

Coder

HMS St Tudno (M/S Depot Ship)

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Signalman

HMT Prophet

4 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, resolution and skill in minesweeping operations clearing a channel from the Humber to Heligoland and thence along the North German Coast to Cuxhaven, Hamburg and Bremerhaven during May 1945.

Wireman

MMS 26

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

ERA Third Class RCNVR

HMCS Blairmore (Bangor Class M/S)

3 Jul 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for consistent zeal, courage and good seamanship in arduous operations along the coasts of Southern England and Northern France.

Ldg Stoker

HMD Victoria I (M/S)

27 Jan 42

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for bravery and endurance while minesweeping, and when attacked by enemy aircraft.

Engineman

MMS 113

3 Apr 45

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Stoker First Class RNPS

MMS 61

22 Dec 42

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, endurance and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations. (Channel Jun 1942)

Leading Wireman

BYMS 2040

4 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, resolution and skill in minesweeping operations clearing a channel from the Humber to Heligoland and thence along the North German Coast to Cuxhaven, Hamburg and Bremerhaven during May 1945.

Lt RNVR

ML 224

26 Jun 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for outstanding skill, courage and devotion to duty in hazardous minesweeping operations in the ports of Northern France after the invasion Sep-Dec 1944.

LS

MMS 61

13 Mar 45

MID

Mine Clearance - MID awarded for leadership and skill in arduous mine clearance operations. (Normandy Jun-Sep 1944)

Lt RNVR

HMT Welsbach

13 Apr 43

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery and skill while employed on the hazardous duties of keeping the seas clear of mines. (Minesweeping ops 18 Jan 1943)

Lt RNVR

ML 135

12 Jun 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for gallantry, outstanding skill and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations over dense and shallow minefields in the opening up of Greek ports in the Gulf of Corinth. (Patras and Itea)

PO

HMS Polruan (Bangor Class M/S)

7 Dec 43

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for steadfast courage and skill in a dangerous and important minesweeping operation. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita to Sousse, Tunisia)

A/Lt Cdr RNVR

BYMS 2189

14 Jun 45
4 Sep 45
13 Jun 46

MID
MID
OBE

Minesweeping - First MID awarded Birthday Honours 1945.
Second MID awarded for courage, resolution and skill in minesweeping operations clearing a channel from the Humber to Heligoland and thence along the North German Coast to Cuxhaven, Hamburg and Bremerhaven during May 1945.
Appointed OBE Birthday Honours 1946.

A/Leading Stoker

ML 568

18 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic Dec 1944-May 1945.

LS

ML 558

15 May 45

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for gallantry, perseverance and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations under enemy fire in the Adriatic Aug-Dec 1944.

Lt RNVR

ML 121

23 May 44
30 May 44

MID
DSC

Minesweeping - MID awarded for Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia.
DSC awarded for courage and skill in dangerous minesweeping operations. (Op AVALANCHE - Salerno landings)

Lt RNVR

HMT Prope

3 Jul 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for consistent zeal, courage and good seamanship whilst serving in HM 104th and 31st Minesweeper Flotilla and the 159th Trawler Group and in HMCS Blairmore in arduous operations along the coasts of Southern England and Northern France. (Opening port of Le Havre and Seine)

LS

ML 345

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Lt RNVR

104th MSF
SO 75th MSF

13 Feb 45
3 Jul 45

MID
DSC

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage and skill in minesweeping operations during the landing of Allied Forces in Normandy.
DSC awarded for consistent zeal, courage and good seamanship in arduous operations along the coasts of Southern England and Northern France. (Opening port of Le Havre and Seine)

A/LS

ML 185

26 Jun 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for outstanding skill, courage and devotion to duty in hazardous minesweeping operations in the ports of Northern France after the invasion Sep-Dec 1944.

Lt Cdr RNVR
Lt Cdr RNVR
A/Cdr VD RNVR

HMT Darthema (M/S)
HMS Bramble (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Lyme Regis (Bangor Class M/S)

6 Jun 41
1 Jan 43
3 Apr 45

DSC
MID
Bar to DSC

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for minesweeping ops QZX 314.
MID awarded New Year Honours 1943.
Bar to DSC awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Signalman

HMT Filey Bay (M/S)

7 Dec 43

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for steadfast courage and skill in a dangerous and important minesweeping operation. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia) 

Chief Engineman

HMT Alafoss (M/S)

6 Jun 44

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for leadership, skill and devotion to duty in an important minesweeping operation. (Humber 28 Jan 1944)

Chief Engineman

BYMS 2189

4 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, resolution and skill in minesweeping operations clearing a channel from the Humber to Heligoland and thence along the North German Coast to Cuxhaven, Hamburg and Bremerhaven during May 1945.

AB

HMS Plucky (Algerine Class M/S)

20 Nov 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, skill and endurance whilst serving in minesweeping operations and the bombardment, supported by air strikes, of Japanese airfields in Puket Island, Salang during July 1945.

CPO

HMS Speedwell (Halcyon Class M/S)

16 May 41

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for good services while salvaging a Merchantman. (MV Atheltemplar off Humber 2/3 Mar 1941)

A/Cdr RN

Paddle Steamer PS Glen Gower (later HMS Glenmore (M/S))
HMS Florizel (Catherine Class (BAM) M/S)
HMS Florizel  (Catherine Class (BAM) M/S)

16 Aug 1940
23 Jan 45
13 Jun 1946

DSC²
MID
OBE

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for Dunkirk evacuation
MID awarded for courage and skill in minesweeping operations in the approaches to Le Havre.
Appointed OBE Birthday Honours 1946.

PO Motor Mechanic

ML 561

18 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic over a period from October 1944 to May 1945.

Gnr
Lt RN
Lt Cdr RN
Lt Cdr RN

HMS Ajax
HMS Hussar (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Hussar (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Hussar (Halcyon Class M/S)

23 Feb 40
30 Jul 42
7 Dec 43
26 Dec 44

DSC²
DSO
Bar to DSC
MID

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for Battle of River Plate
DSO awarded for Murmansk convoys.
Bar to DSC awarded for steadfast courage and skill in a dangerous and important minesweeping operation. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia)
MID awarded for Op NEPTUNE - Normandy landings. (HMS Hussar accidentally sunk by Allied aircraft off Le Havre 27 Aug 1944)

AB

HMS Gleaner (Halcyon Class M/S)

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Cdr RNR

HMS Pyramus (parent ship Kirkwall)

29 Sep 42

OBE

Minesweeping - Appointed OBE for rendering mines safe.

A/T/PO

HMS Stornoway (Bangor Class M/S)

12 Jun 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for gallantry, outstanding skill and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations over dense and shallow minefields in the opening up of Greek ports in the Gulf of Corinth. (Patras and Itea)

Chief ERA

HMS Bangor (Bangor Class M/S)

31 Mar 42
2 Jun 43

MID
MID

Minesweeping - First MID awarded for minefield clearance Nore Dec 1941-Jan 1942
Second MID awarded Birthday Honours 1943.

CPO

HMS Eridge (Hunt Class destroyer)
HMS Petard (P Class destroyer)
HMS Pincher? (Algerine Class M/S)

8 Sep 42
4 Apr 1944
20 Nov 45

DSM²
Bar to DSM²
MID

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for Malta convoy 22 Mar 1942.
Bar to DSM awarded for Agean ops Sep-Nov 1943.
MID awarded for bravery, skill and endurance in minesweeping operations and the bombardment, supported by air strikes, of Japanese airfields in Puket Island, Salang during July 1945.

Lt RNVR

MMS 220

8 Jun 44

DSC

Minesweeping - DSC awarded Birthday Honours 1944.

Lt Cdr RD RNR

HMS Fabius (Taranto)

23 Jan 45

DSC

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for courage and skill in hazardous minesweeping operations off the Adriatic coast of Italy. (Ancona)

A/LS

HMS Ariguani (Gibraltar)

29 Jun 43

BEM

Diving - . Diving - BEM awarded for courage and skill in dangerous diving operations Gibraltar 1942. 

Seaman RNR

HMS Rothesay (Bangor Class M/S)

7 Dec 43

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for steadfast courage and skill in a dangerous and important minesweeping operation. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia)

Seaman

MMS 78

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Engineman

ML 465

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Lt RN

HMS Orion (Leander Class cruiser)
HMS Rothesay (Bangor Class M/S)

11 Nov 1941
12 Jun 45

MID²
DSC

Minesweeping - MID awarded for Greek withdrawal Apr 1941.
DSC awarded for gallantry, outstanding skill and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations over dense and shallow minefields in the opening up of Greek ports in the Gulf of Corinth. (Patras and Itea)

A/Lt Cdr RNR

BYMS 2155

13 Feb 45

DSC

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for courage and skill in minesweeping operations during the landing of Allied Forces in Normandy Jun-Sep 1944.

A/PO

HMS St Angelo (Malta)

29 Sep 42

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded posthumously for bravery and sustained devotion to duty in keeping the Approaches to the Harbours of Malta clear of mines May-Jun 1942.

LS

HMS Gazelle (Catherine Class (BAM) M/S)

11 Sep 45

MID

Minelaying - MID awarded for courage, skill and devotion to duty in HM Minesweepers in clearing the German Skaggerak mine barrier. (Op CLEAVER)

Lt RNVR

ML 170

18 Sep 45

DSC

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic Apr-May 1945.

AB

HMS Hussar (Halcyon Class M/S)

30 May 44

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage and skill in dangerous minesweeping operations. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia)

Captain RN

HMS Fantome (Algerine Class M/S)
HMS Fly?

7 Dec 43
23 May 44

DSO
MID

Minesweeping - DSO awarded for steadfast courage and skill in a dangerous and important minesweeping operation. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia)
MID awarded for Op AVALANCHE - Salerno landings.

Chief Stoker

HMS Felixstowe (Bangor Class M/S)

7 Dec 43

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for steadfast courage and skill in a dangerous and important minesweeping operation. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia)

Lt RNVR

HMS St Tudno (M/S Depot Ship)

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

A/Cdr RN

HMS Queen Empress (Paddle M/S)
HMS Lynx (Dover)

11 Jun 42
29 Sep 42

MID
DSO

Minesweeping - MID awarded Birthday Honours 1942.
DSO awarded for bravery and skill while minesweeping.

A/Electrical Lt Cdr RNVR

HMS St Tudno (M/S Depot Ship)

3 Apr 45

DSC

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the Scheldt estuary of mines Sep-Nov 1944.

Seaman

HMT Sarpedon (M/S)

31 Dec 40
8 Jun 44

MID
MID

Minesweeping - First MID awarded for good services in HM Minesweeping Trawlers and Drifters.
Second MID awarded Birthday Honours 1944.

Lt RNVR
(London)

HMS Gossamer (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Harrier (Halcyon Class M/S)

1 Jul 41
25 Aug 42

MID
DSC

Minesweeping - MID awarded Birthday Honours 1941. 
DSC awarded for Murmansk convoys Mar-May 1942.

Ldg Wireman

MMS 6

1 Sep 1942

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for minesweeping Channel Jun 1942.

Lt Cdr RNR

HMT Kurd (M/S)
HMS St Angelo (Malta)

11 Jul 40
29 Sep 42

DSC
DSO

Minesweeping - DSC awarded Birthday Honours 1940.
DSO awarded for bravery and sustained devotion to duty in keeping the Approaches to the Harbours of Malta clear of mines May-Jun 1942.

PO RNVR

Unknown

4 Oct 40

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for zeal and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations.

Stoker

HMT Elbury (M/S)

5 Oct 43

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage and skill in many successful minesweeping operations in Mediterranean waters Jan-May 1942.

Stoker RNPS

MMS 82

29 Sep 42

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for bravery and skill while minesweeping. (Dover Straits Jun-Jul 1942)

Wireman

HMT War Duke (M/S)

1 Jan 43

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery in face of the enemy or in dangerous waters, or for zeal and devotion to duty.

T/Lt RNVR
T/Lt RNVR
T/A/Lt Cdr RNVR

HMS Salamander (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Gleaner (Halcyon Class M/S)
HMS Jewel (Algerine Class M/S)

1 Jan 43
15 Jun 43
13 Nov 45

MID
MID
DSC

Minesweeping - First MID awarded New Year honours 1943.
Second MID awarded for Minesweeping in northern waters.
DSC awarded for devotion to duty and outstanding endurance during mine clearance operations which entailed the working of very long hours in the Elbe and Weser rivers over the period March-June 1945.

Telegraphist

Unknown

22 Dec 42

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, endurance and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations June 1942.

Lt Cdr RNVR
Lt Cdr RNVR
A/Cdr RNVR
A/Cdr RNVR

HMS Seaham (Bangor Class M/S)

8 Jun 43
21 Dec 43
30 May 44
28 Nov 44

MID
DSO
DSC
MID

Minesweeping - First MID awarded for service in Inshore Squadron during 8th Army advance.
DSO awarded for gallant and distinguished services and untiring devotion to duty in operations which led to the capture of Sicily by Allied Forces. (Op HUSKY).
DSC awarded for courage and skill in dangerous minesweeping operations. (Op ANTIDOTE - Galita, Algeria to Sousse, Tunisia)
Second MID awarded for gallantry, skill, determination and devotion to duty during the landing of Allied Forces on the Coast of Normandy (Op NEPTUNE)

PO

HMS Fareham (Aberdare Class M/S)

24 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for outstanding skill, determination and despatch in carrying out minesweeping operations, frequently under fire, off the East Coast of Italy. (Ancona Aug 1944)

Lt RCNVR

HMCS Blairmore

14 Jun 45
3 Jul 45

MID
MID

Minesweeping - First MID awarded Birthday Honours 1945.
Second MID awarded for consistent zeal, courage and good seamanship in arduous operations along the coasts of Southern England and Northern France. (Opened port of Le Havre and Seine

Lt RN
Lt Cdr RN

CO HMS Speedy (Halcyon Class M/S)

24 Mar 42
1 Jan 59

DSC
MBE

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for minesweeping in Northern waters.  Also helped clear approaches to Malta.
Appointed MBE New Year Honours 1959.

Lt Cdr RN

HMS Rosario (Algerine Class M/S)

27 Mar 45
18 Sep 45
11 Dec 25

MID
MID
DSC

Minesweeping - First MID awarded for Op DRAGOON - South of France)
Second MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic Oct 1944-May 1945.
DSC awarded for Wind-up operations (Europe).

A/LS

HMS Spanker (Algerine Class M/S)

18 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic Apr 1944-May 1945.

PO

HMS Bridlington (Bangor Class M/S)

13 Apr 43

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery and skill while employed on the hazardous duties of keeping the seas clear of mines. Channel Dec 42 - Jan 43.

AB

HMT Beryl (M/S)

29 Sep 42

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery and sustained devotion to duty in keeping the Approaches to the Harbours of Malta clear of mines May-Jun 1942.

Skipper RNR
Chief Skipper RNR

HMD Forecast
HMD Fisher Bay

27 Aug 40
3 Jul 45

MID
MBE

Minesweeping - MID awarded for operations off Dutch, French and Belgian coasts May 1940.
Appointed MBE for courage, daring and devotion to duty whilst serving in the "Vernon" Mine Recovery Flotilla in mine location and recovery operations off the coasts of Great Britain and the North of France.

Engineman

MMS 113

4 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage and determination while serving in HM Minesweepers in clearing a passage into Rotterdam, Yjmuiden and Den Helder thereby making possible the swift relief of Holland. (Op FIREBALL)

Lt Cdr RN
Cdr RN
Cdr RN
Cdr RN

HMS Aurora (Cruiser)
HMS Edinburgh (Cruiser)
16th MSF
QHM Plymouth

26 Sep 40
25 Nov 41
12 Feb 45
2 Mar 54

MID²
DSC²
Bar to DSC
OBE²

Minesweeping - MID awarded for operations Norway Apr-Jun 1940.
DSC awarded for Op STYLE and Op SUBSTANCE (Malta convoys).
Bar to DSC awarded for courage and skill in minesweeping operations during the landing of Allied Forces in Normandy.
Appointed OBE New Year Honours 1954

Lt RNVR

HMS Vestal (Algerine Class M/S)

22 Jan 46

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for outstanding leadership, coolness and devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Far East in July 1945.

PO Wireman

HMS Ready (Algerine Class M/S)

4 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, resolution and skill in minesweeping operations clearing a channel from the Humber to Heligoland and thence along the North German Coast to Cuxhaven, Hamburg and Bremerhaven during May 1945.

T/Lt RNVR

HMS Jason (Halcyon Class M/S)

3 Apr 45

DSC

Minesweeping - DSC awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the estuary of the Scheldt of mines during the period of October to November 1944.

Signalman

BYMS 2189

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the estuary of the Scheldt of mines during the period of October to November 1944.

Lt RNVR

HMS Felixstowe (Bangor Class M/S)

27 Mar 42

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, skill and endurance while minesweeping in dangerous waters.  Minefield clearance Nore Dec 1941 to January 1942.

PO Motor Mechanic

ML 173

18 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic over a period from October 1944 to May 1945.

PO

HMS Grecian (Catherine Class BAM M/S)

11 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, skill and devotion to duty in HM Minesweepers in clearing the German Skaggerak mine barrier.

ERA Third Class

HMS Courier (Algerine Class M/S)

13 Nov 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for devotion to duty and outstanding endurance during mine clearance operations which entailed the working of very long hours in the Elbe and Weser rivers over the period March-June 1945.

Seaman

HMT Elbury (M/S)

5 Oct 43

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for courage and skill in many successful minesweeping operations in Mediterranean waters.

Sub Lt RNVR

HMT Stella Orion (M/S)

31 Dec 40

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for good services in HM Minesweeping Trawlers and Drifters.

A/Chief Engineman

MMS 7

20 Feb 45

BEM

Minesweeping - BEM awarded for courage, endurance and skill in salving a Motor Minesweeper after she had been damaged by bombing in a gale lasting three days and nights plus enemy human torpedo attacks Normandy.

Second Hand RNR

HMT Oku (M/S)

8 Feb 44

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for bravery and skill in minesweeping in Nore Command.

Captain RN

Chief of Staff, Naval Force 'W', South East Asia Command

16 Nov 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for courage, efficiency and devotion to duty in the establishment of navigational aids in the approaches to the Rangoon river, in minesweeping and in the survey of the river prior to the assault on the city, May 1945.

Leading Signalaman

HMS Friendship (Catherine Class BAM M/S)

19 Mar 46

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for great skill, efficiency and endurance during minesweeping operations off the Japanese-held Islands of Car Nicobar in July 1945 (Operation Collie).

Signalman

HMT Valesca (M/S)

3 Apr 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for great gallantry and endurance in clearing the estuary of the Scheldt of mines during the period of October to November 1944.

PO Motor Mechanic

ML 170

18 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic over a period from October 1944 to May 1945.

Telegraphist

ML 461

18 Sep 45

MID

Minesweeping - MID awarded for bravery, determination and great devotion to duty in minesweeping operations in the Adriatic over a period from October 1944 to May 1945.

Stoker First Class

HMS St Angelo (Malta)

29 Sep 42

DSM

Minesweeping - DSM awarded for bravery and sustained devotion to duty in keeping the Approaches to the Harbours of Malta clear of mines.