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Henry William Moncrieff Paul STEWART
- Extended Description
- D.S.O. Citation
Recommended by Maj-Gen C.M. Maltby, M.C. late G.O.C. British Troops in China.
Extract taken from his citation.
Action for which commended.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
Lt-Col. STEWART commanded his Battalion during the defence of Hong-Kong. His machine-gun Bn was dispersed in beach defence round the island and was indefatigable in visiting his men, maintaining their morale by his personal example, with the result that his Bn fought with marked gallantry and skill. Nothing but praise has been
heard from every quarter regarding the fighting qualities of his battalion. Towards the close of the operations he personally commanded and co-ordinated the defence of the North Shore, her in spite of incessant bombardment by artillery, mortars and from the air he displayed conspicuous powers of leadership and courage and was an inspiration to all those with whom he came into contact. Throughout he was cheerful and never hesitated to accept any task that was thrust upon hm.
Died as P.o.W 21.10.42.
