Deseronto Archives

VICTORIA CROSS
For most conspicuous bravery and leadership during the BOURLON WOOD operations on 27th Sept. 1918, when in command of the left support company in attack. He handled his company with great skill, and gave timely support by out-flanking a machine gun which was impeding the advance. Later, near the ARRAS-CAMBRAI road, the advance was again held up by a strong point. Lt. KERR far in advance of his company, rushed this point single-handed and captured four machines and thirty one prisoners. His valour throughout this engagement was an inspiring example to all. L.G. 31109 6.1.19

BAR TO MILITARY CROSS
For conspicuous gallantry, initiative and skill during the Drocourt-Queant attack on the 2nd and 3rd September, 1918, when he led his company forward with great dash. Later he led two platoons to the assistance of one of the attacking companies, which was held up by heavy machine gun fire, surprising the hostile machine gun crews, and personally accounting for several of the enemy. His splendid courage afforded a most inspiring example at a critical time. L.G. 31158/1-2-19