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* * * * * MacDONALD, James Herbert, Stoker First Class (22152) - Medal of Freedom (USA)
- RCN Awarded effective 1 January 1946 (no Canada/London Gazette).
Home: Watford Herts, England.
Mac DONALD. James Herbert, 22152, Stk 1/cl, RCN
Medal Of Freedon(USA)~[5.10.46]
"Mr. James H. MacDonald, Canadian civilian, risked grave danger
on 31 August, 1943, to go to the rescue of four men whose airplane had
crashed on the Mackenzie River near Fort Norman, North West Territories.
In forbidding weather, he and two others navigated a small boat through
heavy waves and removed the stricken airmen from their partially submerged aircraft."
* * * * * * MACINTYRE, Roderick James, Leading Seaman (3137) - Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) - RCN - "For good service in the destruction of an enemy submarine." * * * * * MACKAY, Herman Dwight, Acting Commander - Croix de Guerre avec Etoile en Vermeil (France) - RCNR / HMCS Thunder * * * * *
MacKAY, Ian Norton, Acting Lieutenant-Commander (E)
- Member - Order of the British Empire (MBE) - RCNVR -
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945 and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: Ottawa, Ontario.
MacKAY. Ian Norton, 0-44520, Lt(E)(Temp) [15.4.39] RCNVR
A/LCdr(E)(Temp)(WHA) MBE~[16.6.45] Demobilized [29.1.46]
"This Officer has displayed originality and brilliant ingenuity
in design and development work on Fire Control equipment during his service
in the Royal Canadian Navy, and during the period of his loan to the National
Research Council. His initiative, zeal, and ability in the field of mechanical
engineering, in its application to the control of gunfire, has set a high standard
in the Service."
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MACKAY, Thomas Colson, Lieutenant - Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)
- RCN / HMCS St. Laurent - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 September 1944
and London Gazette of 15 August 1944.
Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
MacKAY. Thomas Couison, 0-44540, RCN Special entry No.49, Cdt [25.8.39] Mid [1.5.40]
RN for trg 1940, A/S/Lt [1.1.42]
HMCS SAGUENAY (I79) DD, (8.8.42-?) Lt [1.10.42]
HMCS COLUMBIA (I45) DD, (30.3.43-?)
HMCS ST. LAURENT (H83) DD, (27.11.43-?) DSC~[9.9.44]
HMCS WARRIOR (31) CVL, stand by, (21.9.45-23.1.46)
HMCS WARRIOR (31) CVL, (24.1.46-?) LCdr [1.10.50]
"For leadership, skill and determination in H.M. Ships Affleck, Brecon
and Forester, and H.M. Canadian Ships St. Laurent, Swansea and Owen Sound in
operations against U-Boats."
HMCS St. Laurent assisted five other Canadian Corvettes
(HMCS Chilliwack, HMCS Battleford, HMCS Kenogami, HMCS Napanee and HMCS Shediac)
in sinking U-356 on 27 December 1942, northwest of the Azores.
This is described in Chapter 20 of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * * *
MacKENZIE, Ian Daniel, Engine Room Artificer Third Class (21684) - Mention in Despatches
- RCN Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 6 January 1945
and London Gazette of 1 January 1945.
Home: Toronto, Ontario.
MacKENZIE. Ian Daniel, 21684, ERA 3/cl, RCN, MID~[6.1.45]
"For outstanding service. Under difficult conditions, he has given
a high degree of leadership and inspiration to those under his supervision."
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MacKENZIE, James Wilson McLeod, Leading Seaman (V24415)
- Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) - RCNVR
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 21 April 1945 and London Gazette of 20 March 1945.
Home: St. James, Manitoba.
MacKENZIE. James Wilson M, V-24415, LS, RCNVR, DSM~[21.4.45]
"For outstanding skill, courage and zeal in Anti-U-Boat operations while
serving in H.M. Canadian Ships Annan and Saint John."
(London Gazette has HMCS St. John).
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MACKEY, William Henry, Leading Coder (V-7222) - Norwegian War Cross (Norway)
- RCNVR Awarded as per London Gazette of 22 May 1945 (no Canada Gazette).
MacKEY. William Henry, V-7222, L/Coder, RCNVR
Norwegan War Medal~[23.5.45]
"For distinguished services to the Royal Norwegian Navy."
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MACKIE, Margaret, Lieutenant - Member - Order of the British Empire (MBE)
- WRCNS / Office-in-Charge Wrens in the United Kingdom
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
MacKIE. Margaret, 0-44750, Lt(Temp) [1.12.43] WRCNS
Resigned [18.6.45] MBE~[5.1.46]
"Lieutenant Mackie was appointed to the United Kingdom in charge of
the first draft of Wrens to proceed Overseas, in August, 1943. From that time
onward she was responsible for welfare of the constantly increasing number of
ratings of the Women's Royal Canadian Naval Service in London. Her duties have
been performed with the highest efficiency and utmost cheerfulness at all times."
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MacKINNON, Verdun, Acting Leading Seaman (V46899) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Fort William, Ontario.
MacKINNON. Verdun, V-46899, A/LS, RCNVR, MID~[5.1.46]
"Throughout an extended period of service at sea in the North Atlantic,
this Rating has displayed outstanding zeal, efficiency and devotion to duty."
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MacLACHLAN, Campbell Martin, Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945 and London Gazette of 24 April 1945.
(check wide difference in dates)
MacLACHLAN. Campbell Martin, 0-44930, Lt(Temp) [31.12.41] RCNVR
Resigned [15.5.45] MID~[15.9.45]
"For skill, determination and courage in a successful action against enemy
shipping whilst serving in Light Coastal Forces in the Mediterranean."
* * * * * * MacLACHLAN, Kellogg Sinclair, Commander - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE) * * * * * *
MacLEAN, Donald, Ordinary Seaman (V16558) - Distinguished Service Medal (DSM)
- RCNVR / HMCS Port Arthur
- Awarded as per London Gazette of 4 May 1943 (no Canada Gazette).
Home: Stornaway, Scotland.
MacLEAN Donald, V-16558, OS, RCNVR, DSM~[4.5.43]
"For skill and judgement in action against enemy submarines
while serving in H.M. Ships Paladin, Gloxinia, Easton and Wheatland,
and H.M. Canadian Ships Port Arthur and Ville de Quebec."
HMCS Port Arthur (Flower Class Corvette - K233) sank
the Italian Submarine Tritone off the North African coast
on 19 January 1943 as described in Chapter 22 of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
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MacLEAN, Douglas Thistle, Temporary Ordinary Seaman (V12531)
- Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / HMCS Oakville
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 26 December 1942 and London Gazette of 29 December 1942.
MacLEAN. Douglas Thistle, 0-45080, OS, V-1253, RCNVR
MID~[26.12.42] S/Lt(Temp) [4.1.43] RCNVR,
HMCS VILLE DE QUEBEC (K242) Cof, (18.5.43-?)
Demobilized [7.9.45]
"Ordinary Seaman MacLean, during a successful action by HMCS Oakville
against an enemy U-Boat, displayed great skill and resourcefulness in keeping
up a heavy and accurate fire with an Oerlikon gun. His tenacity of purpose in
manning the gun, despite stoppages due to defective ammunition, was worthy
of commendation."
Details of the action in which HMCS Oakville (Flower Class Corvette - K178)
sank U-94 in the North Caribbean on 28 August 1942 can be found in Chapter 15
of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
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MacLEOD, Donald MacGregor, Lieutenant (P) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / No. 1834 Squadron HMS Victorious
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 September 1944 and London Gazette of 25 July 1944.
Born at Stellarton, Nova Scotia on 24 November 1920.
Home: Miami, Florida, USA.
Naval Airman Second Class (Pilot Candidate) RNVR 1 December 1941.
To RNAS Lee-on-Solent in 1941.
To HMS St. Vincent for No. 35 Pilot Course in 1942.
Leading Naval Airman, RNVR in 1942.
To Moncton for Manning Depot in 1942.
To USNAS Grosse Ile for Elementary Flying Training and to USNAS Pensacola for
Service and Instrument Flying Training in 1942.
To USNAS Miami (Opa Locka Field) for Advanced Flying Training and
awarded wings 27 December 1942.
To HMS Seaborn (New York) as Additional end of 1942.
To USNAS Quonset Point for No. 738 RN Squadron 1943.
To USNAS Brunswick ME for No. 1834 RN Squadron in 1943.
To USNAS Norfolk and USS Charger for Deck Landing Training in 1943.
To HMS Khedive for No. 1834 RN Squadron in 1943.
To RNAS Maydown for No. 1834 RN Squadron in 1943.
To RNAS Machrihannish for No. 1834 RN Squadron in 1944.
To HMS Ravanger for Deck Landing requalification in 1944.
To HMS Victorious, RNAS Grimsetter, and RNAS Colombo with No. 1834 RN Squadron in 1944.
To RAF Minneriya Ceylon with No. 1834 RN Squadron in 1944.
Survived a crash on take-off during offensive operations at Penang Malaya on 24 August 1944.
Transferred to RCNVR in 1945 as Lieutenant (P).
To Stadacona on Miscellaneous Staff in 1945.
To HMS Seaborn as Station Pilot in 1945. Demobilized in 1946.
Accepted a Short Service Appointment 1 June 1947, Lieutenant (P), RCN
with seniority dated 13 February 1945.
To RCAF Trenton for Central Flying School for Flying Refresher
and Air Traffic Control Course and as Senior Naval Officer Station Trenton in 1946.
To Stadacona for RCN Air Section Dartmouth as Senior Air Traffic Controller in 1948.
To Shearwater for 18th Carrier Air Group in No. 883 RCN Squadron in 1951.
To HMCS Magnificent in No. 883 Squadron for Carrier Requalification in 1951.
To HMCS Magnificent with VG-871 Squadron in 1951.
To Stadacona for Junior Officers Technical and Leadership courses in 1951.
To Shearwater fro No. 31 Support Air Group in No. 870 Squadron in 1953
and selected for a permanent Commission.
Promoted LCdr in 1953 and to HMCS Magnificent as Commanding Officer
of VF-870 Squadron from February 1953 to April 1954.
To Quebec for Watchkeeping Certificate in 1954.
To Naval HQ as Assistant Staff Officer (Air Personnel) in 1955.
To Shearwater as Lieutenant-Commander Flying in 1957.
To Shearwaters as Commander (Air) in 1959.
HMCS St. Croix (Restigouche Class Destroyer Escort - 256) as Executive Officer in 1960.
Promoted Commander and to HMCS Bonaventure and Shearwater as Commanding Officer
of VS-880 Squadron from August 1961 to June 1963.
To Niagara for Canadian Defence Liaison Staff (Washington) as Staff Officer (Air) 1965.
Retired in 1970. Afterwards defence consultant with GRD Inc. 1972 to 1982.
Total Flying Hours was 3,575. Died at Nepean, Ontario on 28 April 1991.
McLEOD. Donald Mac Gregor "Pappy", 0-45283, RNVR.
RN Sqn 1944, RAF Minneriya Ceylon for 1834 RN Sqn 1944,
Crashed on take-off [24.8.44] during ops at Penang Malaya.
Lt(Temp) [1.1.44] MID~[9.9.44] Transferred RCNVR
Lt(Temp)[13.2.45] RCNVR, seniority [1.1.44]
HMCS STADACONA 1945. HMS SEABORN as stn Pilot 1945.
Demobilized 1946, Lt(P) [13.2.45] RCN(SS 1 Jun 47-31.5.52)
RCAF Station Trenton for flying refresher & ATC course.
RCN Air Section Dartmouth (2.6.48-?) as ATC officer.
HMCS SHEARTWATER (1.12.48-?) 18th CAG, 883 Sqn 1951,
HMCS MAGNIFICENT(21) CVL, 871 Sqn, (1.5.51-?)
LCdr(P) [13.2.52] RCN.
Naval Airman Second Class, RNVR 01 December 1941 (To RNAS Lee-on-Solent)
Leading Naval Airman, RNVR 1942 (For No. 35 Pilot Course)
Acting Sub-Lieutenant (A), RNVR (Temp) 1942 (USNAS Grosse Ile Elementary Flying Training)
Sub-Lieutenant (A), RNVR (Temp) 1943 (USNAS Brunswick ME for No. 1834 RN Squadron)
Lieutenant (A), RNVR (Temp) 01 January 1944 (RAF Minneriya Ceylon No. 1834 RN Squadron)
Lieutenant (P), RCNVR (Temp) 13 February 1945 (Seniority 01 January 1944)
Demobilized 1946 (To HMCS Magnificent in No. 883 Squadron 1951)
Lieutenant (P) (SSA), RCN 13 February 1945 (Seniority 13 February 1945)
Lieutenant-Commander (P), RCN 13 February 1953 (To HMCS Magnificent as CO of VF-870 Squadron)
Commander, RCN 01 January 1961 (To HMCS Bonaventure as CO of VS-880 Squadron)
Retires 1970 (Canadian Defence Liaison Staff (Washington)
"For bravery, leadership, skill and devotion to duty while operating
from, or serving in, H.M. Ships Victorious, Furious, Emperor, Pursuer and Searcher
during successful strikes at enemy shipping off the coast of Norway."
* * * * * MacLEOD, John Wendell, Surgeon Commander - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE) - RCNVR / Principal Medical Officer Royal Canadian Naval Hospital Halifax - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 and London Gazette of 1 January 1946. Home: Toronto, Ontario. Graduate of McGill University Medical School in 1930 with the Holmes Gold Medal. Specialist in Internal Medicine and worked in Montreal and Winnipeg. Dean of the University of Saskatchewan Medical School in 1952. In 1962 he became the first executive secretary of the Association of Canadian Medical Colleges, and was involved in the establishment of medical schools at Sherbrooke and Memorial Universities. An early and ardent supporter of universal health care and made a major contribution to the Hall Royal Commission on Health Services. In his retirement, in Ottawa, Ontario, he was active on the Boards of the Centretown Community Health Centre and Frontier College. He was appointed a Officer of the Order of Canada in 1980. Rereceived Honorary Doctoral degrees from four Universities: Saskatchewan, Queens, Sherbrooke and Memorial. He was awarded the highest honours from the Canadian Medical Association, the Association of Canadian Medical Colleges, the Canadian Public Health Association and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons. He was a friend and admirer of Norman Bethune and was a founding member of the Bethune Memorial Society, co-authoring several publications and co-ordinating a Bethune Symposium in 1979. He was active in the Canada-China Friendship Society and was honoured several times in China. * * * * * *
MacLEOD, Robert Haig, Able Seaman (V34148) - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 10 October 1944.
Home: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
MacLEOD. Robert Haig, V-34148, AB, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For bravery, skill and devotion to duty in H.M. Ships Affleck, Balfour,
Eskimo, Wanderer and Tavy and H.M. Canadian Ships Haida and Huron in anti U-Boat operations."
"For good service in the destruction of an enemy submarine." * * * * * * MacMILLAN, Robert Cunningham, Lieutenant - Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) - RCNVR / HMS Skudd III - Awarded as per London Gazette of 1 January 1942 (no Canada Gazette). Navigating Officer on HMS Skudd V (Norwegian Whaler - Minesweeper) in September 1940 (Mac Ruttan was First Lieutenant) which went to the Mediterranean and to Tobruk. - HMS Skudd III."
- CVSM and Clasp - 1939/45 War Medal - CD
Medals on display at the Military Museum in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
* * * * *
MacNAIR, George Malcolm, Able Seaman (V50984) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / HMCS Prince Rupert
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 12 September 1944.
Home: Gloucester, New Brunswick.
MacNAIR. George Malcolm, V-50984, AB, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For courage, resolution and skill in His Majesty's Ships Bickerton and Mull
and HMCS Prince Rupert in anti-U-Boat operations."
HMCS Prince Rupert (River Class Frigate - K324), along with USN Destroyers
and RAF Squadron 172, assisted in the sinking of U-575 on 13 March 1944 in the
Atlantic as described in Chapter 36 of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
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MACNEIL, Robert Aubern Stuart, Lieutenant-Commander - Norwegian War Cross (Norway)
- RCNR / HMCS Dauphin - Awarded as per London Gazette of 7 August 1942 (no Canada Gazette).
Home: Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Commanding Officer HMCS Laurier (Patrol Craft - 201) from 12 April 1940 to 10 April 1941.
Commanding Officer HMCS Dauphin (Flower Class Corvette - K157)
from 17 May 1941 to 17 January 1943.
Commanding Officer HMCS Sorel (Flower Class Corvette - K153)
from 20 February 1943 to 23 November 1943.
Commanding Officer HMCS Columbia (Town Class Destroyer - I49) from 24 November 1943
to 30 March 1944.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Acadia (Patrol Vessel - Z00A)
from 31 March 1944 to 6 June 1944.
Commanding Officer HMCS Wallaceburg (Algerine Class Minesweeper - J336)
from 3 May 1944 to 9 January 1945.
MacNEIL. Robert Aubury Stewart, 0-45490, A/Lt(Temp) [5.9.39] RCNR
HMCS RAYON D'OR (Z11)(A) p/v, (30.9.39-?)
HMCS LAURIER (Z34)(A) a/s, CO, (12.4.40-10.4.41)
HMCS DAUPHIN (K157) Cof, CO deginate (12.4.41-13.5.41)
HMCS DAUPHIN (K157) Cof, stand by (14.5.41-16.5.41)
HMCS DAUPHIN (K157) Cof, CO, (17.5.41-17.1.43)
Norwegian War Medal~[7.8.42] LCdr(Temp) [1.1.43] OBE~[5.6.43]
HMCS SOREL(K153) Cof, CO, (20.2.43-23.11.43)
HMCS COLUMBIA (I49) DD, CO, (24.11.43-30.3.44)
HMCS ACADIA (Z00A) a/s, CO, (31.3.44-6.6.44)
HMCS WALLACEBURG (J336) m/s, CO, (3.5.44-9.1.45)
A/Cdr(Temp(WHA) [?] Demob. [12.8.45]
"His Majesty King Haakon of Norway has been graciously pleased
to award Lieutenant (now Lieutenant-Commander) MacNeil, R.C.N.R., the
Norwegian War Medal for his gallantry in rescuing the crew of the
Norwegian Merchant Vessel Heina in the Atlantic."
MACNEIL, Robert Aubern Stuart, Lieutenant-Commander
- Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE) - RCNR / HMCS Sorel
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943 and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
"This Officer has served in command of His Majesty's Canadian ships
in the North Atlantic since the outbreak of hostilities, during which time
he has shown unfailing devotion to duty."
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MacNEILL, Isabel Janet, Lieutenant-Commander - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- WRCNS / Senior Wren Officer
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 10 June 1944 and London Gazette of 8 June 1944.
Home: Halifax, Nova Scotia. A Halifax educator, she gave her time in the North End
Service Canteen early in WW2 and was one of three co-founders of the Ajax Club. Joined
the first WRCNS class in 1942 and was made one of the first commissioned
officers. Promoted to LCdr on 1 June 1943 and became Commanding Officer of
HMCS Conestoga (WRCNS training establishment), Galt, Ontario, from 1943 to 1945.
Promoted to Commander on 1 June 1944. She was the only 'woman in the Canadian Navy
to Command a ship'. Demobilized on 22 April 1946. She returned to service on a
short service commission in 1954 to help create a female component of the RCN. She
then resumed her career in women's correctional services, continuing after retirement
many good works. She was the Director of the Canadian Institute for the Administration
of Justice from 1979 to 1982.
She died on 18 August 1990, age 82 in Mill Village, Nova Scotia.
MACNEILL. Isabel Janet, 0-45520, LCdr(Temp) [17.3.43] WRCNS
HMCS CONESTOGA CO, (1.6.43-?)
HMCS CONESTOGA CO, (20.4.44-?) OBE~[10.6.44] Cdr(Temp) [1.7.44]
OC~[18.12.71]
"Lieutenant-Commander MacNeill has served with the Women's Royal Canadian
Naval Service since its inception. She is the first and only woman in the Canadian
Navy to be in command of a ship. As Commanding Officer of HMCS Conestoga, she has
been responsible for the basic training of almost every member of the Service. Her
wide knowledge, her profound sympathy and her unfailing and inspiring devotion to duty
have made her contribution one without parallel in the Service."
Awarded Officer - Order of Canada (OC) as per Canada Gazette of 18 December 1971
(original award was the Medal of Service of the Order of Canada (SM) which was converted
to OC in 1972.
Medals of Commander Isabel Janet MacNEILL, OC, OBE, WRCNS:
OC - OBE - CVSM - 39/45 War Medal - EIIR Jubilee Medal.
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MacTAVISH, Kenneth Duncan, Captain (SB) - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCNVR / Deputy JAG Navy -Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946. Home: Rockcliffe, Ontario.
MacTAVISH. Duncan Kenneth, 0-45700, LCdr(SB)(Temp) [1.7.41] RCNVR, Cdr(SB)(Temp) [1.1.44]
A/Capt(SB)(Temp(WHA) OBE~[5.1.46] Demobilized [15.8.45]
"This Officer contributed greatly to the Canadian Naval Service by his
legal knowledge and its application to Naval matters. His appointment as Assistant
Judge Advocate General, Deputy Secretary of the Naval Board and from December 1942
until his retirement in August 1945 as Deputy Judge Advocate General (Navy), were
filled with superlative efficiency. His high personal qualities, his tact and tolerance,
have won him the respect and admiration of all with whom he came in contact."
* * * * * * ' Mc ' McALPINE, Edward, Chief Engine Room Artificer (A4837) - Mention in Despatches - RCNR / Mechanical Training Establishment in HMCS Cornwallis
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943 and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
Home: Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia.
McALPINE. Edward, A-4837. CPO/ERA, RCNR, MID~[5.6.43]
"This Rating, who served admirably at sea in the early days of the war,
has carried out the arduous duties pertinent to the regulating of the Mechanical
Training Establishment in HMCS Cornwallis with outstanding zeal and efficiency. He
has at all times, displayed a cheerfulness and devotion to duty under most adverse
circumstances, which has been exemplary to all other ratings."
* * * * * McAULEY, Edwin Benedict, Able Seaman (V59006) - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / MTB 459
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 14 November 1944.
Home: Oshawa, Ontario. Served aboard MTB 459.
McAULEY. Edwin Benedict, V-59006, AB, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For good service in the invasion of Normandy."
* * * * * McCABE, John, Acting Engine Room Artificer Fourth Class (V38932)
- Mention in Despatches - RCNVR - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 6 January 1945
and London Gazette of 1 January 1945.
Home: Windsor, Ontario.
McCABE. John, V-38931, A/ERA 4/cl, RCNVR, MID~[6.1.45]
"For efficient leadership, resourcefulness and untiring devotion
to duty at all times."
* * * * *
McCALLUM, Archie, Surgeon Captain, VRD - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCNVR / Medical Director RCN - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943
and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
Born at Cartier, Ontario on 17 April 1890.
Home: Ottawa, Ontario.
Attended Medical school at University of Toronto and graduated in 1916.
Interned at Royal Muskoka Hospital, Gravenhurst, Ontario.
Surgeon Lieutenant Royal Naval Hospital Portsmouth 24 September 1917.
To HMS Daffodil as Medical Officer.
To HMS Malaya in 1919.
To HMS Argus as a Surgeon LCdr in 1923.
To Stadacona as Fleet Medical Officer in 1923.
Appointment terminated 1924 and to RCNVR.
With Toronto Company RCNVR in 1924. AdC in 1932.
Mobilized for World War II service on 3 September 1939 and to Halifax as
Principal Medical Officer.
To Naval Service HQ in Naval Personnel Division as Staff Medical Officer in 1940.
Naval HQ as Medical Director-General 1941.
Promoted Commodore in 1951 and retired in 1952.
Received RNCVR Long Service Decoration (RD) on 10 June 1939.
McCALLUM. Archie, 0-47760, Surg/Lt [24.9.17] MB, RCN,
HMCS GUELPH (1.7.22-?)
HMCS STADACONA (23.5.23-?) Surg/LCdr [18.3.24] AdC(P)
RCNVR Company Toronto [7.2.25] Surg/Cdr [15.12.32] RCNVR,
VRD~[10.6.39] NDHQ, St/MO (14.2.40-?)
MDG, Surg/Capt [15.7.42] OBE~[5.6.43]
Surg/Cmdre [1.7.51] RCN, CD~[?]
Surgeon Lieutenant, RCN 24 September 1917 (Royal Naval Hospital Portsmouth)
Surgeon Lieutenant-Commander, RCN 24 September 1923 (To HMS Argus)
Surgeon Lieutenant-Commander, RCNVR 18 March 1924 (Appointment terminated 1924 and to RCNVR)
Surgeon Commander, RCNVR 15 December 1932 (Toronto Company RCNVR)
Acting Surgeon Captain, RCNVR 1941 (Halifax as Principal Medical Officer)
Surgeon Captain, RCNVR 01 July 1942 (Medical Director-General)
Surgeon Captain, RCN 26 October 1 944 (Medical Director-General)
Surgeon Commodore, RCN 01 July 1951 Retires
"This Officer is Medical Director of the Royal Canadian Navy. At the
outbreak of war, the Royal Canadian Navy had no medical service, but now has over
four hundred Surgeon Branch Officers and Nursing Sisters. It is due to this Officer's
vision, superior organizing ability, and the choice of personnel, that the Medical Service
of the Royal Canadian Navy has attained an enviable standard. It has devolved upon him also
to organize the hospitalization facilities of the Service, a task which has been carried out
with a high degree of success and efficiency."
Medals of Surgeon Commodore Archie McCALLUM, OBE, CStJ, VRD, RCN:
OBE - CStJ - British War Medal - WW1 Victory Medal - CVSM & Clasp
- 39/45 War Medal - George VI Coronation - RCNVR Officer's Decoration (VRD) - CD (George VI)
Medals displayed at CFB Halifax Hospital.
* * * * *
McCARTHY, Ramon Bruce, Petty Officer Motor Mechanic (V72290) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette
of 14 November 1944.
Home: Vancouver, British Columbia.
McCARTHY. Ramon Bruce, V-72290, PO/MM, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For gallantry, skill, determination and undaunted devotion to duty during
the landing of Allied Forces on the coast of Normandy."
* * * * *
McCARTNEY, John Lockhart, Supply Assistant (V43125) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / HMCS Huron Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 September 1944 and
London Gazette of 11 July 1944.
Home: Saint John, New Brunswick.
McCARTNEY. John Lochart, V-43125, Sup/A, RCNVR
1st MID~[9.9.44]; 2nd MID~20.1.45]
"For leadership, resolution and skill in H.M. Ships Black Prince and Ashanti
and H.M. Canadian Ships Athabaskan, Haida and Huron in a successful action with enemy
destroyers in the English Channel."
Details on the action in which HMCS Huron (Tribal Class Destroyer - G24),
HMCS Haida (Tribal Class Destroyer), and HMCS Athabaskan (Tribal Class Destroyer)
sunk the German Destroyer T-29 north of Britanny on 26 April 1944 can be found in
Chapter 39 of the book "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
McCARTNEY, John Lockhart, Supply Assistant (V43125) - Mention in Despatches (Second)
- RCNVR / HMCS Huron Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 29 August 1944.
"For outstanding courage, skill and devotion to duty in
H.M. Ships Tartar, Ashanti, Eskimo, Javelin, and H.M. Canadian Ships Haida and Huron
in action with German destroyers."
Details on the action in which HMCS Huron (Tribal Class Destroyer - G24),
and HMCS Haida (Tribal Class Destroyer) sunk the German Destroyer Z-32 in the
English Channel on 9 June 1944 can be found in Chapter 42 of the
book "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McCLELLAND, John Gordon ("Jack"), Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / ML-091
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945 and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Born in Toronto, Ontario in 1922.
Joined the RCNVR in the autumn of 1941 at HMCS York in Toronto.
In April 1942, he went to Royal Roads in Victoria.
He was appointed to HMCS Chedabucto on convoys from Sydney to Quebec.
In September 1942, he went to the Fairmile Flotilla working out
of St. John's, Newfoundland.
Commanding Officer of ML-088 (0088) from 7 September 1943 to 8 October 1943.
Commanding Officer of ML-091 from 9 October 1943 to 11 November 1943 (Sub-Lieutenant)
working out of St. John's. He did patrols between St. John's and Conception Bay.
He took Lieutenant Rundle, GM out to the minefields to tow them in for disposal.
In December 1943, he sailed to the U.K. on board Pasteur and joined the
65th Canadian Flotilla.
He was appointed First Lieutenant in Oliver Mabee's boat (MTB-745) working
out of Brixham and Dover.
He completed his university training at the University of Toronto in 1946.
He went on to be a successful book publisher forming 'McClelland and Stewart Ltd'.
He was awarded an LL.D from Carleton University in 1984.
He lives in Kleinburg, Ontario in 2001.
McCLELLAND. John "Jack" Gordon, 0-47990, S/Lt(Temp) [27.4.42] RCNVR
HMCS CHEDABUCTO (J168) m/s, (10.9.42-?)
HMC ML 088 (Q088) (10.5.43-6.9.43)
HMC ML 088 (Q088) CO, (7.9.43-8.10.43) Lt(Temp) [27.4.43]
HMC ML 091 (Q091) CO, (9.10.43-11.11.43)
HMC MTB 726, (18.2.44-?) HMC MTB 797, (10.12.44-?)
MID~[16.6.45] Demobilized [10.10.45] OC~[17.1.76]
"This Officer exhibited a high degree of seamanship and courage in
command of one of His Majesty's Canadian Motor Launches engaged in dangerous
duties whilst assisting in the recovery of enemy mines."
The mines would be cut by one of the sweepers and come to the surface
rather than explode. McClelland's boat would then put a line on the mine and
then would tow the mine to an uninhabited harbour. The hands would get into the
boat and pull the mine ashore. Then Lieutenant Rundle would take the mine apart
and find out what the timing device was. From Chapter 4, "Victory at Sea".
Awarded Officer - Order of Canada (OC) as per Canada Gazette of 17 January 1976.
"For his contribution to the development of Canadian literature and his unfailing
support of Canadian authors, known and unknown."
Awarded Companion - Order of Canada (CC) as per Canada Gazette of 31 May 2001.
" A legend in Canadian publishing, he has engaged the world in celebrating our writers.
Head of McClelland & Stewart for more than 30 years, he steered the company towards a
domestic focus and launched the careers of many of our best authors. With originality
and passion, he promoted new works and he initiated the New Canadian Library reprint
series, ensuring the continued accessibility of classic novels. A recipient of countless
honours, he is recognized for broadening the awareness and appreciation of this country's
history and culture."
* * * * *
McCLURE, William Arthur, Acting Leading Seaman (4453) - Mention in Despatches
- RCN / HMCS Haida Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 September 1944
and London Gazette of 15 August 1944.
Home: Wellington, British Columbia.
McCLURE. William Arthur, 4453, A/LS, RCN, MID~[9.9.44]
"For courage, resolution and devotion to duty in HMCS Haida in
action with enemy destroyers in rescuing survivors from HMCS Athabaskan."
HMCS Haida dropped her cutter to allow survivors from HMCS Athabaskan to climb into it.
Just as it was being lowered, McClure, AB Jack Hannan (who was not decorated),
and Stoker William Alfred Cummings (MID) decided to go with it. They picked up
six survivors from HMCS Athabaskan and two members of HMCS Haida who had fallen
from the rescue nets and then made their way back to England (from "Tales of the
North Atlantic").
While on patrol in the Bay of Biscay Patrol area at 1300 Hours
on 27 August 1943, HMCS Athabaskan was attacked by eighteen enemy
Dornier-217s. HMS Egret (British Sloop) was sunk. A glide bomb hit
HMCS Athabaskan at the junction of "B" gun-deck and the wheel-house. HMCS Athabaskan
continued on at 14 knots, correcting a serious list to starboard. The ship sailed
into port on 30 August 1943 under her own power. The ship was battered but not
broken. See the book "Unlucky Lady".
* * * * *
McCONNELL, Mariner Leroy, Acting Leading Seaman (V31289) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945
and London Gazette of 3 July 1945.
Home: L'Etang, New Brunswick.
McCONNELL. Mariner Leroy, V-31280, A/LS, RCNVR, MID~[15.9.45]
"For services in action with enemy light forces on 24th, 25th February, 1945."
"For courage and skill while serving in Light Coastal Forces in successful
engagements with enemy shipping (London Gazette citation)."
* * * * *
McCONNEY, Allan Edward, Acting Leading Seaman (V7938) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / HMCS Wetaskiwin Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 28 November 1942
and London Gazette of 25 November 1942.
McCONNEY. Allan Edward, V-7938, A/LS, RCNVR, MID~[28.11.42]
"As the Higher Submarine Detector, Leading Seaman McConney displayed
skill in detecting and holding an enemy U-Boat during attacks which lasted over
four hours. His keenness in helping to train the personnel of the A/S team
contributed largely to the destruction of the enemy U-Boat."
Details on the action in which HMCS Wetaskiwin (Flower Class Corvette - K175),
HMCS Sackville, and HMCS Skeena sank U-588 in the mid-Atlantic on 31 July 1942 can
be found in Chapter 13 of the book "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McCORMICK, Keith, Acting Leading Stoker (A4013) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNR / HMCS Assiniboine Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 12 December 1942
and London Gazette of 3 December 1942.
McCORMACK. Keith, A-4013, A/L/Stk, RCNR, MID~[12.12.42]
"This Rating was a member of the forward fire party during an action fought
on the surface with an enemy U-Boat and exhibited conduct of an exemplary nature
whilst under fire."
* * * * *
McCRATE, Thomas Joseph, Engine Room Artificer Third Class (A1450) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945 and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: Halifax, Nova Scotia.
McCRATE. Thomas Joseph, A-1450, ERA 3/cl, RCNR, MID~[16.6.45]
"This Chief Petty Officer has been as sea, except for a short period
of six months, since 1939. During the latter part of his service, he has been
in charge of machinery. He has carried out his duties in a quiet, efficient
manner, and at no time has the ship in which he was serving been unable to carry
out operational duties due to defects of engines, boilers or tanks."
* * * * *
McCULLOCH, James, Acting Captain - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCN / NOIC Sydney - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946. Home: Esquimalt, British Columbia.
Executive Officer of HMCS Protector in 1943.
McCULLOCH. James, 0-48400, LCdr(Temp) [25.5.40] RCN
COPC, Ext/Def, & CO Aux/vessels Esq, (17.9.40-?)
A/Cdr(WHA)
Cdr(Temp) [1.7.42] HMCS PROTECTOR (D/S) XO, (4.4.43-?)
A/Capt(WHA) OBE~[5.1.46] Demobilized [4.3.46]
"Captain McCulloch has served in a variety of administrative
appointments including Captain Superintendent, Sydney and latterly as
Naval Officer-in-Charge there. The all-round efficiency of the base at
Sydney is largely due to his efforts over a period of two years."
* * * * *
McCULLY, William Selkirk Taylor, Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches
- RCN / HMCS Qu'Appelle Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 3 October 1944.
Born: Kingston, Ontario, 3 May 1919.
Home: London, Ontario.
Died: Arizona 28 July 1965 while on leave.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Gaspe (Minesweeper - 143) from 18 October 1955
to 4 June 1957.
Commanding Officer of HMCS St. Croix (Destroyer - 256) from 28 May 1959
to 14 March 1961.
Queen's Harbour Master in Esquimalt, B.C. in 1961.
McCULLY. William "Wild Bill" Selkirk Taylor, 0-48440,
RCN Special entry No. 41, Cdt [6.12.36] RCN
HMCS STADACONA 1936, HMS FROBISHER 1936
HMS VINDICTIVE (7.9.37-?) Mid [1.1.38]
HMS CUMBERLAND (15.1.38-?) HMS DORSETSHIRE (26.9.38-?)
A/S/Lt [1.1.40] S/Lt, HMCS RESTIGOUCHE (H00) DD,(14.5.40-?)
Lt(T) [1.12.40]
HMCS QU'APPELLE (H69) DD, stand by (25.11.43-7.2.44)
HMCS QU'APPELLE (H69) DD, (8.2.44-?) MID~[20.1.45]
LCdr [1.12.48] HMCS ANTIGONISH (K661) Fr, (4.12.48-27.9.50)
FOPC, StO(TAS) (6.11.50-?) CD~[?] Cdr [1.7.52]
HMCS GASPE (143) m/s, CO, (18.10.55-4.6.57)
HMCS ST CROIX (256) DDE, CO, (28.5.59-14.3.61)
Queen's Harbour Master Esq 1961.
"For outstanding leadership, skill and devotion to duty in
H.M. Canadian Ships Qu'appelle, Skeena, Saskatchewan and Restigouche in
a successful action with enemy trawlers and U-boats."
Chapter 43 of 'The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939 - 1945' describes
the action sometimes referred to as 'The Battle of Pierres Noires in which
HMCS Qu'Appelle (River Class Destroyer - H69 with Cdr A. M. McKillop, RN as
the Commanding Officer) and the other three ships sank two of three armed U-boat
escorts, off Brest on 6 July 1945.
* * * * *
McDONALD, Charles, Commissioned Boatswain - Mention in Despatches
- RCN / PT Instructor Awarded as per London Gazette of 8 June 1944 (no Canada Gazette).
Home: Montreal, Quebec.
Died: 12 February 1949.
McDONALD. Charles, 0-48580, CPO, 2056, RCN
RCN LS&GC~[28.10.38]
A/Bosn [20.3.41] Cd/Bosn [?] (PTI) MID~[8.6.44] MBE~[10.6.44]
Lt [1.7.44] A/LCdr(WHA)
HMCS STADACONA (D/S) for P&RT/School, OIC (16.7.46-?)
A/LCdr(WHA) Deceased [12.2.49]
"For gallantry or outstanding service in the face of the enemy or for
zeal, patience and cheerfulness in dangerous waters and for setting an example
of wholehearted devotion to duty, upholding the high traditions of the Royal Canadian Navy."
McDONALD, Charles, Commissioned Boatswain - Member - Order of the British Empire (MBE)
- RCN - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 10 June 1944 and London Gazette of 8 June 1944.
"Mr. McDonald is the longest serving Officer in the Physical and Recreational
Training Branch of the Royal Canadian Navy, and throughout his whole service, both
as a Rating and an Officer, he has displayed a whole hearted devotion to duty which
has done much to improve the morale and spirit of the Service."
* * * * *
McDONALD, George John, Acting Able Seaman (V32867) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / HMCS Giffard Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 5 December 1944.
Home: Paris, Ontario.
McDONALD. George John, V-32867, A/AB, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For services in HMCS Giffard and for brave rescue work when
HMCS Valleyfield was sunk on 6 May 1944."
The sinking of HMCS Valleyfield (River Class Frigate) by U-548 off
Cape Race, Newfoundland on 6 May 1944 is described in Chapter 41
of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945". The role of HMCS Giffard
(Revised Flower Class Corvette - K402) in rescuing 43 survivors (5 died on board)
is described on page 149.
* * * * *
McDONALD, Joseph Osborn, Ordnance Artificer (V11813) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 3 October 1944.
Home: Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
McDONALD. Joseph Osborn, V-11813, OA, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For outstanding leadership, skill and devotion to duty
in H.M. Canadian Ships Qu'appelle, Skeena, Saskatchewan and Restigouche in
a successful action with enemy trawlers and U-boats."
* * * * *
McDONALD, Kenneth Reginald, Sub-Lieutenant (E) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / HMCS Lasalle Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Sioux Lookout, Ontario.
McDONALD. Kenneth Reginald, 0-48674, A/Wt(E) [22.3.44] RCNVR
HMCS BUCTOUCHE (K179) Cof, (3.4.44-?)
HMCS LASALLE (K519) Fr, (28.12.44-?)
S/Lt(E) [?] MID~[5.1.46]
"For outstanding zeal and devotion to duty over a long period. His
cheerfulness and patience in training ratings under his charge, were of the
highest order, and are well deserving of merit."
* * * * *
McDONALD, Morgan Howsan, Leading Coder (V24991) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Gunton, Manitoba.
McDONALD. Mordan Howsan, V-24991, L/Coder, RCNVR, MID~[5.1.46]
"Whilst carrying out the duties of Leading Coder on board one
of His Majesty's Canadian Bangor minesweepers, this Rating displayed
outstanding zeal, efficiency and leadership."
* * * * *
McEACHERN, Donald Duncan, Acting Leading Stoker (V26027) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / in South of France Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 21 April 1945
and London Gazette of 20 March 1945.
Home: Millerton, New Brunswick.
McEACHERN. Donald Duncan, V-26027, A/L/Stk, RCNVR, MID~[21.4.45]
"For distinguished service in the successful invasion of the South of France
in August 1944."
* * * * *
McENTYRE, Peter Michael, Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945
and London Gazette of 19 June 1945. Home: Westmount, Quebec.
McENTYRE. Peter Michael, 0-48800,
S/Lt(Temp) [18.8.41] RCNVR
HMCS BURLINGTON (J250) m/s, (28.12.41-?) Lt(Temp) [18.5.42]
HMCS SIOUX (R64) DD, (21.2.44-?)
HMCS NIOBE (D/S) for MTB Flotilla, (27.6.44-?) MID~[15.9.45]
Demobilized [7.12.45]
"For gallant service in escorting Russian convoys in February 1945."
* * * * *
McGEE, Aubrey, Acting Petty Officer (2580) - Mention in Despatches
- RCN / HMCS Waskesiu Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 September 1944
and London Gazette of 4 July 1944.
Home: Halifax, Nova Scotia.
McGEE. Aubrey, 2580, A/PO, RCN, MID~[9.9.44]
"For good service in the destruction of an enemy submarine. For courage,
resolution and skill in HMCS Waskesiu in successful operations against U-Boats in
the Atlantic."
On 24 February 1944, HMCS Waskesiu (River Class Frigate - K330) sank U-257
in the mid-Atlantic. This action is described in Chapter 33 of "The Canadian Naval
Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McGEE, Donald, Petty Officer Telegraphist (2650) - Mention in Despatches
- RCN Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943 and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
Home: Toronto, Ontario.
McGEE. Donald, 0-48988, PO/Tel, 2650, RCN, MID~[5.6.43]
A/Cd/Com [8.9.50] RCN, HMCS SHEARWATER (4.11.50-?)
"During his period of service in one of His Majesty's Canadian Destroyers
engaged in convoy duty in the North Atlantic, this Petty Officer Telegraphist has
served with efficiency, cheerfulness and whole hearted devotion to duty."
* * * * *
McGEE, Robert Emmett, Petty Officer Motor Mechanic (V25243) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / MTB 461 Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 14 November 1944.
Home: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. Served aboard MTB 461.
McGEE Robert Emmett, V-25243, PO/MM, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For good service in the invasion of Normandy."
* * * * *
McGINN, George Hunter, Leading Stoker (21592) - Mention in Despatches - RCN
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 September 1944 and London Gazette of 18 July 1944.
Home: Kamloops, British Columbia.
McGINN. George Hunter, 21592, L/Stk, RCN, MID~[9.9.44]
"For outstanding leadership, skill and devotion to duty in H.M.S. Icarus
and H.M. Canadian Ships Chilliwack, Chaudiere, Fennel, Gatineau and St. Catherines
in a successful operation against a U-Boat."
HMCS St. Catharines, HMCS Gatineau, HMCS Chaudiere, and HMCS Chilliwack assisted
in sinking U-744 in mid-Atlantic on 6 March 1944 as described in Chapter 34
of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McGREGOR, Lloyd John, Petty Officer (V8385) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / for Sicily Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 26 February 1944
and London Gazette of 21 December 1943.
McGREGOR. Lloyd John, V-8385, PO, RCNVR, MID~[26.2.44]
"For gallant and distinguished services and untiring devotion to duty
in operations which led to the capture of Sicily by Allied Forces."
* * * * *
McGUIRE, James Patrick, Engine Room Artificer Third Class (V5920) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 January 1943
and London Gazette of 1 January 1943.
Home: Montreal, Quebec.
McGUIRE. James Patrick, V-5930, ERA 3/cl, RCNVR
1st MID~[9.1.43]; 2nd MID~[5.6.43]
"Engine Room Artificer McGuire has consistently given excellent service
in one of H.M.C. Destroyers engaged in Convoy Escort duties in the North Atlantic.
His conduct and devotion to duty have been exemplary."
McGUIRE, James Patrick, Engine Room Artificer Third Class (V5920)
- Mention in Despatches (Second) - RCNVR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943 and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
"This Rating displayed outstanding zeal and efficiency in effecting
repairs to one of His Majesty's Canadian destroyers during difficult weather conditions."
* * * * *
McHUGH, Charles Wilson, Engine Room Artificer Third Class (V22019) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945 and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: Etobicoke, Ontario.
McHUGH. Charles Wilson, V-22019, ERA 3/cl, MID~[16.6.45]
"For over four years this Rating has served afloat in His Majesty's
Canadian destroyers, corvettes and frigates in the North Atlantic. Although
above average age, he has always shown loyal devotion to duty and a high degree
of competence."
* * * * * McILHAGGA, Liston Burns, Sub-Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / MGB 609 Royal Navy Awarded as per London Gazette of 5 October 1942 (no Canada Gazette). Born in Winnipeg and attended Gordon Bell High School "For good service in engagement with R-Boats." In August 1942, MGB 609 took part in an engagement with six German R.-Boats.Three of the German boats were sunk and 36 Germans were taken prisoner. McIlhagga was wounded in this action and returned to Canada.
* * * * * McINNES, William Stuart, Signalman (V 17594) - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR "For courage and selfless devotion to duty in swimming to the rescue
of a drowning seaman. For services in a fire at Ostend on 14 February 1945."
During the afternoon of 14 February 1945, several flotillas including
the 29th Canadian were tied up at Ostend Harbour. Highly volatile gasoline had
been washed into the water and became ignited. A wall of flames engulfed the MTBs
and five of the eight boats of the 29th Flotilla were destroyed along with seven
British boats. There were 26 Canadians and 35 British sailors killed in the fire.
* * * * *
McINTOSH, Charles George, Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNR / HMCS Saint John
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945 and London Gazette of 3 July 1945.
Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Saint John (River Class Frigate - K456)
from 19 February 1945 to 1 April 1945.
He was First Lieutenant on HMCS Saint John before becoming Commanding Officer.
McINTOSH. Charles George, 0-49390, Mate (Temp) [26.4.41] RCNR
HMCS CHEDABUCTO (J168) m/s, (27.9.41-?)
Lt(Temp) [19.3.42] HMCS SAINT JOHN (K456) Fr, (22.2.44-?)
HMCS SAINT JOHN (K456) CO, (19.2.45-1.4.45) MID~[15.9.45]
Demobilized [4.7.45]
"For good services in action with an enemy U-Boat in the Western Approaches
on 16th February 1945."
"For bravery, skill and determination while serving
in H.M. Ships Wild Goose, Labuan, Loch Fada, Rowley, Duckworth, Keats and Tyler
and HMCS St. John in operations against enemy submarines (London Gazette)."
Details on the action in which HMCS Saint John (River Class Frigate - K456)
sank U-309 in the Moray Firth, Scotland on 16 February 1945 can be found in
Chapter 59 of the book "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McINTYRE, Buryl, Ordinary Seaman (V8862) - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
Awarded as per London Gazette of 2 October 1942 (no Canada Gazette).
McINTYRE. Buryl A.S., V-8862, OS, RCNVR, MID~[2.10.42]
"For gallantry, daring and skill in the combined attack on Dieppe."
* * * * *
McINTYRE, Keith, Chief Engine Room Artificer (V24876) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945 and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
McINTYRE. Keith, V-24876, CPO/ERA, RCNVR, MID~[16.6.45]
"This Chief Engine Room Artificer, by his exceptional organizing ability,
was responsible for the efficiency and promptness with which all orders were carried
out during action stations, on the occasion of a promising attack on an enemy submarine."
* * * * *
McINTYRE, Ross, Chief Petty Officer Cook (O) (V30026) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / St Laurent - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946. Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
"This Rating served in HMCS St. Laurent for a long period. He was
an excellent cook, thereby contributing greatly to the morale and efficiency
of the ship. He was a cheerful and willing worker and made a valuable contribution
to the ship's company life. His action station was in charge of the after magazine
supply party and his ever-present sense of humour under trying conditions contributed
greatly to the general spirit and morale of the men."
HMCS St. Laurent (River Class Destroyer - H83) along with
HMCS Swansea, HMCS Owen Sound, and HMS Forester (RN Destroyer) sank U-845
in mid-Atlantic on 10 March 1944 as described in Chapter 35 of the book
"The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McISAAC, Wilfred, Lieutenant-Commander - Member - Order of the British Empire (MBE)
- RCNVR / HMCS Prescott - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945
and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: Charlottetown, P.E.I.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Suderoy IV (Minesweeper - J03)
from 11 August 1942 to 11 September 1942.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Prescott (River Class Frigate - K675)
from 12 September 1942 to 28 December 1944.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Esquimalt (Minesweeper - J272)
from 29 December 1944 to 1 February 1945.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Suderoy IV (Minesweeper - J03)
from 12 April 1945 to 31 August 1945.
McISAAC. Wilfred, 0-49450, RCNVR Half Company Charlottetown [26.6.37] RCNVR
RCNVR Half Company Saint John A/Lt [23.6.38]
HMCS ELK (S05) p/v, stand by, (12.8.40-9.9.40)
HMCS ELK (S05) p/v, (10.9.40-?)
HMCS BATTLEFORD (K165) Cof, (31.7.41-?)
HMCS SUDEROY IV (J03) m/s, CO, (11.8.42-11.9.42) Lt [23.6.37]
HMCS PRESCOTT (K161) Cof, CO, (12.9.42-28.12.44) A/LCdr [1.7.43]
HMCS ESQUIMALT (J272) m/s, CO, (29.12.44-1.2.45)
HMCS SUDEROY IV (J03) m/s, CO, (12.4.45-31.8.45) MBE~[16.6.45]
Resigned [25.5.45]
"This Officer has served at sea during the last five years of war in
Escort Vessels engaged in the Battle of the Atlantic. He has always displayed
qualities of courage and endurance under arduous conditions, and by his unbounded
zeal, cheerfulness, and devotion to duty has set an outstanding example to all
those with whom he has come in contact. His exemplary services, in keeping with
the traditions of the Royal Canadian Navy, are worthy of the highest recognition."
* * * * *
McKENZIE, Ronald Orr, Acting Lieutenant-Commander - Mention in Despatches
- RCNR / HMCS New Westminster Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 6 January 1945
and London Gazette of 1 January 1945. Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
The only Commanding Officer of HMCS New Westminster (Flower Class Corvette - K228)
from 31 January 1942 to 21 June 1945.
McKENZIE. Ronald Orr, 0-49690, Lt(Temp) [22.1.41] RCNR
HMCS NEW WESTMINSTER (K228) Cof, stand by (9.1.42-30.1.42)
HMCS NEW WESTMINSTER (K228) Cof, CO, (31.1.42-21.6.45)
Lt(Temp) [22.1.40]; A/LCdr [1.7.44]; MID~[6.1.45]
Demobilize [24.9.45]
"For consistently good service for a period of almost three years as
Commanding Officer of HMCS New Westminster engaged in arduous convoy escort duties
in the North Atlantic. This Officer has at all times, often under very trying
circumstances, displayed outstanding devotion to duty, cheerfulness and loyalty."
* * * * *
McKINNEY, Joseph Gordon Lyle, Chief Petty Officer (V7353) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 21 April 1945
and London Gazette of 20 March 1945.
Home: Oshawa, Ontario.
"Attention was drawn to this Rating, due to the calm, cool and efficient
manner, in which he performed his duties in an encounter with the enemy."
* * * * *
McKOSKI, Arthur C., Chief Stoker (Fire Fighter) (V52433) - Commendation
- RCNVR / Fire Department RCN Halifax
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Halifax, Nova Scotia.
McKOSKI. Arthur C., V-52433; CPO/Stk(FF) RCNVR
Commendation~[5.1.46]
"On occasion of the explosions at the Naval Magazine, Bedford, Halifax, this
Rating, while off duty, reported in immediately to the fire station and took a
first-aid party and rescue party into the area. His coolness and bravery were
outstanding and served as a source of inspiration to the personnel in the area."
* * * * *
McKYE, Kenneth, Engine Room Artificer Fourth Class (V60391) - British Empire Medal (BEM)
- RCNVR - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 21 April 1945
and London Gazette of 20 March 1945.
Home: Toronto, Ontario.
McKYE. Kenneth, V-60391, ERA 4/cl, RCNVR, BEM~[21.4.45]
"This Rating displayed untiring efforts and prompt action in risking
his own life in effecting the rescue of survivors from HMCS Clayoquot. His
personal disregard of his own life in going over the side to assist survivors
on board was undoubtedly instrumental in saving the lives of men immersed in
very cold water."
HMCS Clayoquot (Bangor Class Minesweeper - J174) was torpedoed by U-806
off Halifax on 24 December 1944 as described in Chapter 56 of
"The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * * McLAREN, Roy David, Acting Leading Seaman (DEMS) (V56084) - Commendation - RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 * * * * * McLAREN, William E., Engine Room Artificer Third Class (A5292) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNR / HMCS Mahone Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945
and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: Toronto, Ontario.
McLAREN. William E., A-5392, ERA 3/cl, RCNR, MID~[16.6.45]
"This Rating has served aboard HMCS Mahone since 13 February 1942. At all
times, as the Chief Engine Room Artificer, he has carried out his duties in a very
energetic and thorough manner. His continuous cheerful and zealous performance of
his duties is worthy of the highest commendation."
On January 29, 1944, the HMCS Mahone (Bangor Class Minesweeper - J159) was
rammed by S.S. Fort Townsend, off Louisbourg, Nova Scotia. HMCS Mahone made it to
Halifax and spent four months being repaired.
* * * * *
McLARNON, Alexander McAllister, Lieutenant-Commander - Mention in Despatches
- RCNR / HMCS Sudbury - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943
and London Gazette of 2 June 1943. Home: Allston, Mass., USA.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Nootka (Minesweeper - J35) from 21 July 1941 to 2 August 1941.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Fundy (Minesweeper - J88) from 3 August 1941 to 17 August 1941.
First Commanding Officer of HMCS Sudbury (Flower Class Corvette - K162) from 15 October 1941
to 3 May 1943.
Last Commanding Officer of HMCS Cape Breton (River Class Frigate - K340) from 25 October 1943
to 3 December 1944.
First Commanding Officer of HMCS Medicine Hat (Bangor Class Minesweeper - J256)
from 12 June 1945 to 18 July 1945 (Commander).
McLARNON. Alexander McAllister, 0-49970, A/Lt(Temp) [28.6.40] RCNR
HMCS GASPE (J94) m/s, (17.8.40-?)
HMCS NOOTKA (J35) m/s, CO, (21.7.41-2.8.41)
HMCS FUNDY (J88) m/s, CO, (3.8.41-17.8.41)
HMCS SUDEROY VI (J05) m/s, (21.8.41-6.9.41)
HMCS SUDBURY (K162) Cof, CO, (15.10.41-3.5.43)
LCdr(Temp) [1.1.43] MID~[5.6.43]
HMCS CAPE BRETON (K350) Fr, CO, (25.10.43-3.12.44)
A/Cdr, HMCS RUNNYMEDE (K678) Fr, CO, (10.2.45-?)
HMCS HALLOWELL (K666) Fr, (28.3.45-?)
HMCS MEDICINE HAT (J256) m/s, CO, (12.6.45-18.7.45)
OBE~[16.6.45] Cdr(Temp) [1.7.45] Demobilized [16.10.45]
"This Officer has been in command of His Majesty's Canadian Ships
during the past two years, and by his unfailing cheerfulness and high standard
of efficiency, has set an example to those under his command."
McLARNON, Alexander McAllister, Acting Commander
- Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE) - RCNR / HMCS Runnymede
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945 and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
"This most capable Officer has been in command for almost the entire
part of the four years he has served at sea since the beginning of hostilities.
He has always used his extensive knowledge of seamanship to the advantage of
the Royal Canadian Navy. Commander McLarnon's outstanding ability and unswerving
loyalty have been an inspiration to all those serving under him, and he has at all
times displayed the highest qualities of leadership. This Officer was awarded
a Mention in Dispatches on 1 June 1943."
* * * * *
McLEAN, Allan Douglas, Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Fire Fighter) (V42253)
- Commendation - RCNVR / Fire Department RCN Halifax
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: St. Thomas, Ontario.
McLEAN. Allan Douglas, V-42253, A/PO/Stk(FF) RCNVR
Commendation~[5.1.46]
"On the occasion of the explosions at the Naval Magazine, Bedford, Halifax,
this Rating was in charge of the Naval Fire Brigade at the Naval Armament Depot.
Immediately upon receipt of the alarm, he took his men and equipment into the
magazine area and attempted to combat the conflagration. His courage and coolness
were an inspiration to his men. He remained with his department, fighting the fire
until the situation was out of control and only retired after repeated orders had
been relayed to him to evacuate the area."
* * * * *
McLEAN, Leslie Charles Bruce, Engine Room Artificer Third Class (21807)
- Mention in Despatches - RCN Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 24 October 1944.
Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
McLEAN. Leslie Charles Bruce, 21807, ERA 3/cl, RCN
MID~[20.1.45]
"For good service in the destruction of an enemy submarine."
* * * * *
McLEAN, Timothy Blair, Surgeon Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / HMCS Fraser
Awarded as per London Gazette of 18 October 1940 (no Canada Gazette).
Born at Fairydell, Alberta on 29 September 1910.
Ordinary Seaman RCNVR 1929 and released from RCNVR.
Joined RCNVR on 18 September 1939.
To HMCS Ottawa as Medical Officer.
Then to HMCS Saguenay as Medical Officer.
Medical Officer in HMCS Fraser when she was sunk on 25 June 1940
and on HMCS Margaree when she sunk on 22 October 1940.
To Naden on Medical Staff. Acting Surgeon Commander at the end of the war
and transferred to RCN. To HMCS Uganda as Principal Medical Officer in 1945.
Principal Medical Officer and Instructional Medical Officer
at RCN Hospital Esquimalt in 1947.
Awarded Serving Brother - Order of St. John (SBStJ) on 4 July 1953.
Promoted Surgeon Captain in 1953 and to Naval HQ as Deputy Medical Director General
from 1954 to 1958. Promoted Commodore in 1958 and to National Defence HQ as Medical
Director General. Promoted Surgeon Rear-Admiral in 1960 and made
Deputy Surgeon General (Professional) of the Canadian Armed Forces in 1959
and Queen's Honorary Surgeon.
In 1960 became the Surgeon General of the Armed Forces.
Retired in Victoria - Canadian Forces Hospital in Esquimalt named after him.
McLEAN. Timothy Blair, 0-50160, A/Surg/Lt(Temp) [18.9.39] RCNVR
HMCS FRASER (H48) DD, (15.3.40-?)
HMCS MARGAREE (H49) DD, (6.9.40-?) MID~[18.10.40]
HMCS ROYAL ROADS (RCNC) O/Trg/Est, (30.12.40-?)
Surg/LCdr(Temp) [1.7.44]
Lady Eaton Convalescent Home,(17.7.44)
Surg/LCdr [1.12.43 RCN, A/Surg/Cdr [1.7.45]
HMCS UGANDA (66) L/Cr, PMO. (15.9.45-?)
RCN Hospital Esq, PMO, (1.7.47-?) Surg/Cdr [1.7.47]
FOPC/CMO, (11.10.48-?)
Surg/Capt [?] SBStJ~[4.7.53]
Ordinary Seaman, RCNVR 1929 (Released from RCNVR)
Surgeon Lieutenant, RCNVR 18 September 1939 (Med Officer HMCS Fraser when she sunk)
Acting Surgeon Lieutenant-Commander, RCNVR 1943 (Naden on Medical Staff)
Surgeon Lieutenant-Commander, RCNVR 01 July 1944 (Naden on Medical Staff)
Acting Surgeon Commander, RCN 01 October 1945 (Principal Medical Officer HMCS Uganda)
Surgeon Commander, RCN 01 July 1947 (PMO RCN Hospital Esquimalt)
Surgeon Captain, RCN 01 January 1953 (Deputy Medical Director General)
Surgeon Commodore, RCN 08 September 1958 (Medical Director General)
Surgeon Rear-Admiral, RCN 01 January 1960 (Deputy Surgeon General (Professional)
"For good services when HMCS Fraser was lost."
Details of the sinking of HMCS Fraser (River Class Destroyer - H48) in
collision with HMS Calcutta on 25 June 1940 near Pointe de Courbe light is given
in Chapter Two of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945."
* * * * *
McLEISH, John Alexander Fowler, Mate - Mention in Despatches - RCNR / HMCS Chilliwack
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 21 November 1942 and London Gazette of 18 November 1942.
McLEISH. John Alexander Fowler, Mate(Temp) [10.2.41] RCNR
HMCS PICTOU (K146) Cof, (29.4.41-?)
HMCS ST FRANCIS (I93) DD, (23.2.42-?)
HMCS CHILLIWACK (K131) Cof, (25.8.42-?) MID~[21.11.42]
"As first Lieutenant and Navigator, this Officer was responsible for the
smooth functioning and efficient co-ordination of depth charge parties, engine
room and communications on the occasion of attack on an enemy U-Boat. This Officer
also gave valuable advice and assistance to his Commanding Officer."
* * * * *
McLEOD, Francis Kelly, Able Seaman (V60713) - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 26 December 1944.
Home: St. John, New Brunswick.
McLEOD. Francis Kelly, V-60713, AB, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For gallantry, skill, determination and undaunted devotion to duty
during the landing of Allied Forces on the coast of Normandy."
* * * * *
McLERNON, Leslie Raphael, Sub-Lieutenant - Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)
- RCNVR / From Le Havre - Awarded as per London Gazette of 2 August 1940 (no Canada Gazette).
First Commanding Officer of MTB-727 from 7 January 1944 to 4 April 1945.
McLERNON. Leslie Raphael, 0-50340, S/Lt(Temp) [18.3.40] RCNVR
DSC~[2.8.40] Lt(Temp) [18.3.42]
Lt(Temp) [18.3.41] HMC MTB 727, CO, (7.1.44-4.4.45)
MID~[15.9.45] Demobilized [19.10.45]
"For courage and resource in withdrawal of troops in
neighbourhood of Le Havre."
McLERNON, Leslie Raphael, Lieutenant, DSC - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / MTB-727
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945 and London Gazette of 12 June 1945.
"For services in actions against enemy light forces in June and July, 1944."
"For bravery, skill and great devotion to duty in damaging attacks
against enemy shipping off the Coast of France." (London Gazette)
* * * * *
McMAHON, Harold Joseph, Stoker First Class (A4168) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943 and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
Home: Sarnia, Ontario.
McMAHON. Harold Joseph, A-4168, Stk 1, RCNR, MID~[5.6.43]
"Over and extended period in one of His Majesty's Canadian Corvettes in
the North Atlantic, this Rating has displayed initiative and resourcefulness
of a high order."
* * * * *
McMAHON, Jack Alsenas, Leading Seaman (3894) - Mention in Despatches
- RCN / MTBs Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945
and London Gazette of 12 June 1945.
Home: Liverpool, Nova Scotia.
McMAHON. Jack Alsenas, 3894, LS, RCN, MID~[15.9.45]
"For services in actions against enemy light forces in June and July, 1944."
"For bravery, skill and great devotion to duty in damaging attacks
against enemy shipping off the Coast of France." (London Gazette)
* * * * *
McMASTER, Humphrey, Captain - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCN / Chief of Naval Personnel - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945
and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: London, England.
McMASTER. Humphrey, 0-50370, Cdr(Temp) [1.7.42] RCN, {RN(rtd)
CO, HMCS CORNWALLIS (23.2.42-?)
A/Capt(Temp) [15.4.43] OBE~[16.6.45] Resigned [15.5.45]
"Captain McMaster, who returned to the Royal Canadian Navy in the early
days of the present war, served first in the training of personnel in the original
HMCS Corwallis. He came to Naval Service Headquarters, Ottawa, in the fall of 1942
as Director of Training and subsequently as Deputy Chief of Naval Personnel. Since
August 1944, Captain McMaster has held the appointment of Chief of Naval Personnel.
At all times, this Officer has devoted himself untiringly and unstintingly to the
interests of the Naval Service, from a small beginning to its present state of high
efficiency, for which he is largely responsible."
* * * * *
McMASTER, Samuel, Commander (E) - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCN / Flotilla Engineer Officer - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 6 January 1945
and London Gazette of 1 January 1945. Halifax, Nova Scotia.
McMASTER. Samuel, 0-50380, Art(E)(Temp) [17.4.18] RCN
HMCS NIOBE (D/S) for HMC TR-16 p/v, (22.6.18-?)
CPO/ERA, RCN, 21143, LS&GC~[26.12.30] Wt(E) [1.1.32]
HMCS NADEN (D/S) (1.2.32-?) HMCS VANCOUVER DD, (8.10.34-?)
Lt(E) [8.7.36] HMCS SKEENA(D59) DD, (12.12.36-?)
HMCS ST. LAURENT (H83) DD, (21.4.38-?)
HMC DOCKYARD Halifax 1939,
LCdr(E) [1.1.42]; Cdr(E) [1.1.44]; OBE~[5.1.45]
Cdr(E) RCN(R); Released Dead [9.12.52]
"This Officer has served in administration posts in the main base of
the RCN since the outbreak of war. In his present appointment as Flotilla
Engineer, he has carried out his duties with untiring energy and devotion
to duty. The work which he has done in the interests of the Canadian Escort
Force as a whole, during its period of inception and expansion, is worthy
of the highest praise and recognition."
* * * * *
McMILLAN, Duncan Joseph, Stoker Petty Officer (V16732) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 6 January 1945
and London Gazette of 1 January 1945.
Home: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
McMILLAN. Duncan Joseph, V-16732, PO/Stk, RCNVR, MID~[6.1.45]
"Whilst serving nearly thirty months in one of HMC Corvettes on North
Atlantic convoy duty, this Rating has set an excellent example and has been an
inspiration to all who served with him through his constant cheerfulness and whole
hearted devotion to duty."
* * * * *
McMULLIN, Thomas Alexander, Able Seaman (V43497) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / HMCS Saint John Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 21 April 1945
and London Gazette of 20 March 1945. Home: Sydney, Nova Scotia.
McMULLIN. Thomas Alexander, V-43497, AB, RCNVR, MID~[21.4.45]
"For outstanding skill, courage and zeal in Anti-U-Boat operations
while serving in H.M. Canadian Ships Annan and Saint John."
(London Gazette has HMCS St. John)
HMCS Saint John (River Class Frigate - K456) and
HMCS Swansea (River Class Frigate) sank U-247 off Cornwall on
1 September 1944 as described in Chapter 51 of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
Details on the action in which HMCS Saint John sank U-309 in the
Moray Firth, Scotland on 16 February 1945 can be found in Chapter 59 of the
book "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McNALLY, Robert Varden, Ordinary Seaman (V62756) - British Empire Medal (BEM)
- RCNVR - Awarded as per London Gazette of 6 February 1945 (no Canada Gazette).
Home: Toronto, Ontario.
Acting Able Seaman at time of the award.
Died on 9 November 1997, age 72, in Orillia, Ontario.
McNALLY. Robert Varden, V-62756, A/AB, RCNVR, BEM~[6.2.45]
"For rescue work when MT.B. was sunk in Normandy operations."
"For bravery and endurance in saving life." (London Gazette entry)
* * * * *
McNEIL, Ian Allister Gordon, Chief Stoker (21559) - British Empire Medal (BEM)
- RCN / HMCS Kootenay - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Ladner, British Columbia.
HMCS Kootenay (I) was a River Class Destroyer (H75).
McNEIL. Ian Allister Gordon, 21559, CPO/Stk, RCN, BEM~[5.1.46]
"Chief Stoker McNeil has served in HMCS Kootenay for over two years,
during which time he has shown outstanding devotion to duty and leadership.
In convoy duty on the North Atlantic and in Channel operations from 'D-Day'
onwards, he has inspired his shipmates with his constant zeal and level-headedness.
His influence upon the ship's company was great, and helped to elevate morale during
monotonous depressing patrols."
* * * * *
McNEIL, Leslie, Radio Artificer Second Class (40744) - British Empire Medal (BEM)
- RCN/ HMCS Somer Isles Bermuda -Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946. Home: Vancouver, British Columbia.
McNEIL. Leslie, 40744, Rad/A 2, RCN, BEM~[5.1.46]
"Radio Artificer McNeil's technical excellence and unsparing hard work
has enabled the training base of HMCS Somer Isles in Bermuda to complete ships'
programmes and send them back to operations on schedule. In the early organization
of this establishment, when the shortage of supplies, and the transportation of spares
was most acute, this Rating showed remarkable ingenuity in repairing radio equipment.
McNeil has, at all times, upheld the high traditions of the Royal Canadian Navy by his
constant devotion to duty."
* * * * *
McNICOL, Donald Hubert, Lieutenant (P) - Mention in Despatches - RCNR / HMS Victorious
Awarded as per London Gazette of 20 November 1945 (no Canada Gazette).
Born: Toronto, Ontario on 20 Feb 1925) Home: Toronto, Ontario.
McNICOL. Donald "Don" Herbert "Whitey", 0-50639,
Mid(A) [1.6.44] RNVR,
S/Lt(P) [2.10.45] RCNVR, MID~[20.11.45]
Lt(P) [20.2.47] RCN(SS 30 Apr 47-29.4.52)
LCdr(P) [20.2.55] r:[20.2.71]
"For outstanding skill and courage whilst serving in HMS Victorious in
air operations against the Japanese during July and August 1945."
* * * * *
McPHEE, Daniel Anthony, Engine Room Artificer Second Class (V25562)
- Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / HMCS St Thomas
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945 and London Gazette of 24 July 1945.
Home: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
McPHEE. Daniel Anthony, 25562, ERA 2, RCNVR, MID~[15.9.45]
"For services in HMCS St. Thomas against a German Boat."
Details on the action in which HMCS St. Thomas (Castle Class Corvette - K488)
and HMCS Sea Cliff sank U-877 in the mid-Atlantic on 27 December 1944 can be found
in Chapter 57 of the book "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939-1945".
* * * * *
McPHILLIPS, William Charles, Sub-Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / HMCS Skeena
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 3 October 1944.
Home: London, Ontario.
McPHILLIPS. William Charles, 0-50810, Mid [15.8.43] RCNVR
HMCS SKEENA (I59) DD, (1.9.43-?)
S/Lt [15.2.44] MID~[20.1.45]
HMCS QU'APPELLE (H69) DD, (6.2.45-?) Lt [15.2.45]
Demobilized [20.9.45]
"For outstanding leadership, skill and devotion to duty
in H.M. Canadian Ships Qu'appelle, Skeena, Saskatchewan and Restigouche
in a successful action with enemy trawlers and U-boats."
* * * * *
McQUARRIE, John Glover, Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNR / HMCS Heatherton
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 10 June 1944 and London Gazette of 8 June 1944.
Home: New Westminster, British Columbia.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Maleque (Minesweeper - J148) from 6 August 1942
to 13 September 1942.
Commanding Officer of HMCS J.A. Cornett (Tug - W16) from 1 March 1943 to 1 May 1944.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Heatherton (Tug 462/43) from 1 May 1944 to 1945.
McQUARRIE. John Glover, 0-50830, Mate(Temp) [1.4.40] RCNR
HMCS MALPEQUE (J148) m/s, (4.8.41-?) Lt(Temp) [1.4.41]
HMCS MALPEQUE (J148) m/s, CO, (6.8.42-13.9.42)
HMCS J.A. CORNETT (W16) tug, CO, (1.3.43-?)
HMCS HEATHERTON (W22) tug 462/43, 104x28ft, CO, (1.5.44-?)
MID~[10.6.44] Demobilized [20.10.45]
"During a fire in HMCS Arras, Lieutenant McQuarrie was responsible for the
removal of ships from the jetty under trying conditions, and was largely instrumental
in beaching HMCS Arras which was blazing furiously, and her ultimate salvage. Throughout
the entire action, this Officer displayed exemplary devotion to duty."
* * * * *
McQUEEN, Leonard Andrew, Acting Yeoman of Signals (V2371) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 January 1943
and London Gazette of 1 January 1943.
Home: Halifax, Nova Scotia.
McQUEEN. Leonard Andrew, V-2371, A/Yms, RCNVR, MID~[9.1.43]
"Throughout his period of service in HMC Corvettes,
Acting Yeoman of Signals McQueen has displayed outstanding zeal,
efficiency and devotion to duty."
* * * * *
McRAE, Kenneth Chantrell, Commander - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCN(R) / Commanding Officer HMCS Discovery
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 June 1946 and London Gazette of 13 June 1946.
Home: West Vancouver, British Columbia.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Discovery (Naval Reserve Division in Vancouver)
from 30 June 1943 to 30 June 1944 as a Lieutenant, RCNVR.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Discovery from 1 July 1944 to 31 December 1944
as a Lieutenant-Commander, RCNVR.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Discovery from 1 January 1945 to 21 August 1947
as a Commander, RCNVR and awarded OBE.
McRAE. Kenneth Chantrell, 0-50920, Lt(Temp) [4.9.40] RCNVR
HMCS DISCOVERY, RCNVR Division, Vancouver, (1.5.42-?)
A/LCdr(Temp) [30.6.43] HMCS DISCOVERY, RCNVR Division,
Vancouver, CO, (30.6.43-16.8.47) LCdr(Temp) [1.7.44]
A/Cdr(Temp)(WHA) Cdr [1.1.46] RCN(R) OBE~[15.6.46]
Demobilized [21.8.47]
"This Officer, who joined the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve
in 1940, was immediately appointed to the United Kingdom, where he served afloat
on loan to the Royal Navy for a period of two years. On being badly wounded, he
returned to Canada where he served first as Executive Officer and for the past three
years as Commanding Officer of HMCS Discovery, the large Naval Division in Vancouver.
Both ashore and afloat, Commander McRae has displayed excellent judgement, outstanding
leadership, cheerfulness, reliability and loyalty to a marked degree."
Medals of Commander Kenneth Chantrell McRAE, OBE, RCNR:
OBE - 39/45 Star - Atlantic Star - Defence Medal - CVSM & Clasp - 39/45 War Medal.
* * * * *
McROBIE, Donald Robertson, Commander (S) - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCNVR - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Montreal, Quebec.
McROBIE. Donald Robertson, 0-50980, Paym/LCdr [1.1.43] RCNVR
Cdr(S) [1.7.45]; Demobilized [17.10.45]; OBE~[5.1.46]
"This Officer joined the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve shortly after
the outbreak of hostilities, and has consistently served with keenness and undaunted
loyalty. His initiative and ability proved an inspiration to the large numbers he
instructed in supply duties."
* * * * *
McVEIGH, Hugh Patrick, Acting Chief Petty Officer (A1068) - British Empire Medal (BEM)
- RCNR - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 16 June 1945 and London Gazette of 14 June 1945.
Home: Halifax, Novas Scotia.
McVEIGH. Hugh Patrick, A-1068, A/CPO, RCNR, BEM~[16.6.45]
"This man has served continuously at sea, in destroyers, minesweepers and
corvettes since December 1939. He has shown outstanding skill and presence of mind
as a helmsman during anti-U-Boat encounters and air attacks. Always to the fore in
any emergency, his zeal and devotion to duty have always been an example to all on board."
* * * * * 'M' * * * * * MAYBEE, Oliver Band, Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR / MTB-745 Coastal Forces
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 14 November 1944.
Home: Toronto, Ontario
Only Commanding Officer of MTB-745 from 15 January 1944 to 19 May 1945.
MABEE. Oliver Band, 0-43380, Lt(Temp)[30.6.41] RCNVR
HMC MTB-745, CO (15.1.44-19.5.45) MID~[20.1.45] LCdr(Temp) [?], Demobilized [8.8.45]
"For undaunted courage, resoluation and skill during a series of
actions against enemy forces while serving in Light Coastal Craft."
* * * *
MAHAR, Wilfred Joseph, Acting Petty Officer (V1175) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943 and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
Home: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
MAHAR. Wilfred Joseph, V-1175. A/PO, RCNVR, MID~[5.6.43]
"While acting as gun layer, this Rating showed exceptional zeal and
devotion to duty in action against enemy submarines."
* * * * *
MAHEU, Joseph Mobry , Lieutenant-Commander (E) - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCNR / HMCS Prince Henry - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 January 1943
and London Gazette of 1 January 1943.
Home: Ottawa, Ontario.
MAHEU. Joseph Mobry, 0-45860, A/Lt(E)(Temp) [29.2.40] RCNR
A/LCdr(E)(WHA)
HMCS PRINCE HENRY (F70) amc, stand by, (20.3.40-3.12.40)
HMCS PRINCE HENRY (F70) amc, (4.12.40-?)
LCdr(E)(Temp) [1.1.43] OBE~[9.1.43] A/Cdr(E) [?]
Released [12.5.45]
"This Officer has served continuously in one of HMC Auxiliary Cruisers
during and since her conversion. He has always rendered valuable and efficient
service in maintaining the efficiency of the Engine Room under difficult conditions."
* * * * *
MAHONEY, Richard Alexander, Lieutenant - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 14 November 1944.
Home: Winnipeg, Manitoba.
MAHONEY. Richard Alexander, 0-45930, Lt(Temp) [8.6.43] RCNVR
HMCS TRANSCONA (J271) m/s, (25.11.43-?)
HMCS BAYFIELD (J08) m/s, (18.2.44-?) Lt(Temp) [8.6.42]
HMCS LUNENBURG (K151) Cof, (1944?) MID~[20.1.45]
Demobilized [13.9.45]
"For services in destroying an enemy submarine on 18-19th of August 1944."
HMCS Chaudiere (River Class Destroyers - H99), HMCS Ottawa (I), and
HMCS Kootenay sank U-621 in the Bay of Biscay on 18 August 1944. They also
sank a second U-Boat, U-984 on 20 August 1944 as well. These actions are
described in Chapter 49 of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939 - 1945".
* * * * *
MAINGUY, Edmund Rollo, Commander - Mention in Despatches - RCN / HMCS Assiniboine
- Awarded as per London Gazette of 1 January 1941 (no Canada Gazette).
Home: Duncan, Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
Born Victoria, British Columbia on 11 May 1901.
Naval Cadet, RCN at the Royal Naval College of Canada (Sixth Term) in 1915.
To HMS Canada. Midshipman, RCN in 1919 and to HMS Barham.
Acting Sub-Lieutenant in 1919 and to HMS Calliope in 1920.
To HMCS Aurora in 1921. Lieutenant, RCN and to HMCS Patriot in 1922.
To HMS Victory for Long Signals Course in 1923.
To RN for Duty as Instructor at Signals School in 1924.
To Naden as Signals Officer and Reserve Training Officer in 1925.
To Naval HQ as Signals Officer and as Supervising Officer Western Division of RCNVR in 1926.
To HMS Frobisher (Training Cruiser) as Flag Lieutenant
to Rear-Admiral Commanding 1st Cruiser Squadron in 1928.
Promoted Lieutenant-Commander in 1929.
To HMCS Vancouver (I) as Flag Lieutenant in 1930.
Special Signal Duty on Royal Navy American and West Indies Station in 1931.
To Naval HQ as Signal and W/T Officer and Staff Officer Intelligence and
for Special Services in 1931.
First Lieutenant in HMCS Saguenay and Signals and W/T Officer for East Coast in 1934.
Last Commanding Officer of HMCS Vancouver (I) from 15 May 1936 to 25 November 1936.
Promoted Cdr in 1936.
To Naval HQ as Director of Naval Reserves from 1 January 1937 to 15 December 1938.
To RN Staff College in 1939.
First Commanding Officer of HMCS Assiniboine (I) (River Class Destroyer - D118)
from 19 October 1939 to 2 April 1940.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Ottawa (River Class Destroyer - H60)
from 2 April 1940 to 20 July 1941.
Promoted Captain and made Captain (D) Halifax in 1941.
Promoted Acting Commodore and became Commodore Commanding Newfoundland Force in 1942.
To Naval HQ as Chief of Naval Personnel and Third Member of the Naval Board in 1942.
First Commanding Officer of HMCS Uganda (Cruiser - 66) from 21 October 1944 to 4 July 1946.
While commanding HMCS Uganda, he participated in the bombardment of Sakashima
and the Japanese-held base at Truk. Full Commodore and Rear-Admiral in 1946.
Commanding Officer Pacific Coast and Flag Officer Pacific Coast
from 1 August 1946 to 8 September 1948.
Flag Officer Atlantic Coast in September 1948 to December 1951.
Promoted Rear-Admiral in December 1951 and to Naval HQ as Chief of the Naval Staff
until retired on 1 January 1956.
Survived the crash of an amphibious aircraft in which he was a passenger
at Pushthrough NF in 1952.
Afterwards served as Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association.
President of Great Lakes Waterways Development Association in 1961.
President of Ontario Division, Navy League of Canada and
a Director of the Royal Canadian Military Institute of Toronto.
His son (the author's former Commanding Officer in HMCS Provider),
Vice-Admiral Daniel Nicholas MAINGUY, CMM, CD became the Vice-Chief
of the Defence Staff from 1983 to 1985.
MAINGUY. Edmond Rollo "Rollo", 0-45990, Mid [15.2.18] RCN, to RN.
HMS CANADA BB, (27.2.18-?)
Lt [15.5.21] HMCS PATRIOT TBD, (4.10.22-?)
HMCS NADEN (D/S) (1.5.25-?)
NSHQ, (1.10.26-?) HMS LONDON (10.9.28-?) LCdr [15.3.29]
HMCS VANCOUVER DD, (20.3.30-?)
NSHQ, StO Sigs & W/T duty (29.7.32-?)
HMCS SAGUENAY (D79) DD, (1.12.34-?)
HMCS VANCOUVER DD, CO, (15.5.36-25.11.36) Cdr [1.1.37]
NSHQ, Director Naval Reserves (1.1.37-?)
HMCS ASSINIBOINE (I18) DD, CO. (19.10.39-2.4.40)
HMCS OTTAWA (H60) DD, CO, (2.4.40-20.6.41) MID~[1.1.41]
Capt [1.6.41]
HMCS SAMBRO (D/S) CO, & Capt(D) Halifax, (27.8.41-)
OBE~[9.1.43]
HMCS UGANDA (66) L/Cr, CO, stand by, (15.8.44-20.10.44)
HMCS UGANDA (66) L/Cr, CO, (21.10.44-4.7.46) Cmdre [1.7.46]
HMCS HMCS GIVENCHY (D/S) for COPC (1.8.46-?) RAdm(WHA)
Legion of Merit-Degree of Officer(USA)~[3.8.46]
COPC, (3.3.47-?) RAdm [1.7.47] FOPC, (1.5.48-?)
FOAC (1.10.48-?) FOAC (27.11.50-?) CD~[?]
Naval Cadet 1915 ( Naval College of Canada Sixth Term / To HMS Canada)
Midshipman, RCN 05 February 1919 (To HMS Barham)
Acting Sub-Lieutenant, RCN 05 December 1919 (To HMS Caliope and HMCS Aurora)
Lieutenant, RCN 09 May 1922 (HMS Frobisher as Flag/Lt RAdm Commanding 1st Cruiser Sqd)
Lieutenant-Commander, RCN 15 March 1929 (First Commanding Officer of HMCS Assiniboine)
Commander, RCN 31 December 1936 (Commanding Officer of HMCS Ottawa)
Captain, RCN 01 July 1941 (Captain (D) Halifax)
Acting Commodore, 1st Class 1942 (Chief of Naval Personnel)
Captain, RCN 21 October 1944 (First Commanding Officer of HMCS Uganda)
Commodore, RCN 01 July 1946 (Simultaneous Appointment to Rear-Admiral)
Rear-Admiral 01 July 1946 ( Flag Officer Atlantic Coast)
Vice-Admiral 01 December 1951 ( Chief of Naval Staff)
Retired 01 January 1956
"For outstanding zeal, patience and cheerfulness and for never
failing to set an example of whole hearted devotion to duty without which
the high tradition of the Royal Canadian Navy could not have been upheld."
MAINGUY, Edmond Rollo, Captain - Officer - Order of the British Empire (OBE)
- RCN / Commanding Newfoundland Forces
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 9 January 1943 and London Gazette of 1 January 1943.
"For gallantry and distinguished services before the enemy. As commanding
officer of a destroyer and as senior officer of convoy escort groups both in the
United Kingdom waters and in the North Atlantic, this officer has consistently
displayed great powers of leadership and devotion to duty. His example to Destroyer
personnel of the Canadian escort forces assisted in no small measure in laying the
foundations of the traditions which have since been fostered and upheld by the small
ships, which comprise the Royal Canadian Navy."
MAINGUY, Edmond Rollo, Commodore, OBE - Officer - Legion of Merit (USA)
- RCN / Captain(D) Newfoundland - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 3 August 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
"For exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding
service as Captain(D), Newfoundland Force at St. John's, Newfoundland in connection
with operations with Task Force Twenty-four. His forceful and proficient performance
of duty was particularly outstanding and commendable and his intelligent and cooperative
attitude toward administrative and maintenance problems concerning the surface forces of
Task Force Twenty-four contributed materially to the high state of readiness of those
forces. He displayed excellent qualities of leadership and his professional skill and
devotion to duty were at all times outstanding."
Medals of Rear-Admiral Edmond Rollo MAINGUY, OBE, CD, RCN:
OBE - British War Medal - WW1 Victory Medal - 39/45 Star - Atlantic Star
- Pacific Star - Defence Medal - CVSM & Clasp - 39/45 War Medal with MID
- George VI Coronation - CD and two BARS - Officer, Legion of Merit (USA).
* * * * * MAITLAND, John Douglas, Temporary Lieutenant - Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) - RCNVR / MGB-657 - Awarded as per London Gazette of 30 May 1944 (no Canada Gazette). Home: Vancouver, British Columbia. One of the Three Musketeers from Vancouver (Cornelius Burke and Tom Ladner), he joined the RCNVR at HMCS Discovery on 5 October 1939. In March 1940, left in the first group of 25 (or 250 total) on the S.S. Sinbad and reported to HMS King Alfred at Hove. His rank was Acting Probationary Temporary Sub-Lieutenant! He was appointed to the Armed Merchant Cruiser HMS Cilcia for astral navigation and patrolled to Iceland and the Denmark Strait. While a member of HMS Cilcia the ship intercepted three German ships running for home and put prize crews on board. In January 1941 he was posted to the training base at HMS St. Christopher and in April 1941 was appointed First Lieutenant of MTB-69. On their first operation, a mine blew the stern off of MTB-69 and that was the end of that boat. He was then appointed to a Higgins boat No. 71 in Lowstoft. His first Command was in MGB-14, a 70' Scott-Payne design, 1,350 hp Packard/Rolls. His First Lieutenant was Bones Burk. The rest of the three Musketeers had MGB-17 (Cornelius Burke) and MGB-76 (Tom Ladner). Through the spring and summer of 1942, they operated offensive patrols in the English Channel. He sunk a German Flak Trawler off the Dutch coast. In August of 1942, a German aircraft blew the tail off of MGB-14 so he went home to Vancouver. He returned in January 1943 and took a group of twenty boats to the Mediterranean. A Focke-Wulf Condor was shadowing a damaged U-Boat and attacked the Dog Boats, hitting Maitland's boat. His boat was on fire and was being fired at by the damaged U-Boat. Maitland swung his boat 180 degrees into the waves and a huge wave swept the boat putting out the fire. His boat took part in the North Africa landings in 1942 and the Sicily and Italy landings in 1943 as part of the 20th MGB Flotilla. * * * * *
MAJOR, Helen Aberdeen, Chief Petty Officer Clerk (W43) British Empire Medal (BEM)
- WRCNS - Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946
and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Harrison's Corners, Ontario.
MAJOR. Helen Aberdeen, W-43, CPO/Ck, WRCNS, BEM~[5.1.46]
"This Rating has made an outstanding contribution to the Women's Royal
Canadian Naval Service since its inception in August 1942. For eighteen months
she worked as an instructress in the Cookery School in HMCS Cornwallis, where her
knowledge, ability and efficiency were of invaluable assistance to all ratings under
training. Chief Petty Officer Major's qualities of leadership and loyalty are
outstanding, and she is well deserving of merit."
* * * * *
MALONEY, James Wilbert, Leading Seaman (A2873) - Mention in Despatches - RCNR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 14 November 1944.
Home: St. Andrews West, Ontario.
MALONEY. James Wilbert, A-2873, LS, RCNR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For services in the invasion of Normandy."
* * * * *
MALOTT, Hazen Fox, Able Seaman (LTO) (V49019) - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Kingsville, Ontario.
MALOTT. Hazen Fox, V-49019, AB(LTO), RCNVR, MID~[5.1.46]
"Whilst in charge of the Electrical and D/C Maintenance of one of
His Majesty's Canadian Bangor minesweepers, this Rating displayed constant
devotion and untiring efforts in the performance of his duties."
* * * * *
MANN, Clement Cecil Wallace, Temporary Chief Petty Officer (2609) - Mention in Despatches
- RCN / HMCS Iroquois Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 14 November 1944. Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
MANN. Clement Cecil Wallace, 2609, CPO, RCN
1st MID~[20.1.45]; 2nd MID [15.09.45]
"For courage and determination in H.M. Ships Albright, Ashanti, Bellona,
Diadem, Mauritius, Onslow, Tartar and Ursa and H.M. Canadian Ships Assiniboine,
Haida, Iroquois, Qu'Appelle, Restigouche and Skeena, in a series of successful
attacks on enemy escorted convoys off the coast of France."
MANN, Clement Cecil Wallace, Chief Petty Officer (2609) - Mention in Despatches (Second)
- RCN / HMCS Iroquois Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 15 September 1945
and London Gazette of 10 July 1945.
"For services in HMCS Iroquois in attacking an enemy convoy on 30 April 1945."
"For resolution, zeal and skill whilst serving with H.M. Ships Onslow and Zealous,
and HMCS Iroquois in an attack on enemy shipping off Norway (London Gazette)."
* * * * *
MANN, Lawrence Pentreith, Petty Officer Telegraphist (3361) - Mention in Despatches
- RCN Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 6 January 1945
and London Gazette of 1 January 1945.
Home: Victoria, British Columbia.
MANN. Lawrence Pentreith, 3361 PO/Tel, RCN, MID~[6.1.45]
"For carrying out his duties in a tireless, efficient and cheerful manner.
He has been an outstanding example to his shipmates."
* * * * *
MANNING, John, Able Seaman (V18448) - Mention in Despatches - RCNVR
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 29 August 1944.
Home: Oshawa, Ontario.
MANNING. John, V-18448, AB, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For outstanding courage, skill and devotion to duty in
H.M. Ships Tartar, Ashanti, Eskimo, Javelin, and H.M. Canadian Ships Haida and Huron
in action with German destroyers."
* * * * *
MANNING, Robert Francis, Engine Room Artificer Third (V24981) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 30 March 1946
and London Gazette of 11 December 1945.
Home: Pointe du Bois, Manitoba.
MANNING. Robert Francis, V-24981, ERA 3/cl, RCNVR, MID~[30.3.46]
"For distinguished service during the war in Europe."
* * * * *
MANNIX, George Henry, Signalman (4760) - Mention in Despatches - RCN
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945 and London Gazette of 29 August 1944.
Home: Saanich, British Columbia.
MANNIX. George Henry, 4760, Sig, RCN, MID~[20.1.45]
"For outstanding courage, skill and devotion to duty
in H.M. Ships Tartar, Ashanti, Eskimo, Javelin, and H.M. Canadian Ships Haida and Huron
in action with German destroyers."
* * * * *
MARKLE, John William, Acting Leading Seaman (V7909) - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 20 January 1945
and London Gazette of 14 November 1944.
Home: Swansea, Ontario.
MARKLE. John William, V-7909, A/LS, RCNVR, MID~[20.1.45]
"For services in destroying an enemy submarine on 18-19th August 1944."
HMCS Chaudiere (River Class Destroyers - H99), HMCS Ottawa (I),
and HMCS Kootenay sank U-621 in the Bay of Biscay on 18 August 1944. They also
sank a second U-Boat, U-984 on 20 August 1944 as well. These actions are described
in Chapter 49 of "The Canadian Naval Chronicle 1939 - 1945".
* * * * *
MARLATT, Harold James, Stoker First Class (Fire Fighter) (V88766) - Commendation
- RCNVR / Fire Department RCN Halifax
Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 and London Gazette of 1 January 1946.
Home: Fort William, Ontario.
MARLATT. Harold James, V-45131, Stk 1/cl(FF) RCNVR
Commendation ~[5.1.46]
"On the occasion of the explosions at the Naval Magazine, Bedford, Halifax,
in July 1945, this Rating was at the south jetty when the first explosion took place.
He immediately went to the north gate, returning with fire apparatus which he helped
to man. He was continuously on duty for four days. His devotion to duty and courage
were outstanding."
* * * * *
MARRYAT, Wilfred Roy, Commissioned Shipwright - Member - Order of the British Empire (MBE)
- RCNVR / Shipwright Officer during preparation of HMCS Cornwallis
- Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 10 June 1944 and London Gazette of 8 June 1944.
Home: Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia.
MARRYAT. Wilfred Roy, 0-46530, Cd/Shpt(Temp) [1.1.44] RCNVR
MBE~[10.6.44]; Demobilized [22.9.45]
"This Officer, who served as a Commissioned Officer in the Army during the
last war, has displayed the utmost zeal and devotion to duty as Shipwright Officer
through the period of preparation of HMCS Cornwallis for occupancy as a Naval Training
Establishment. His skill and untiring energy have been a source of inspiration to
those serving with him."
* * * * *
MARSHALL, Jordan Hamilton, Acting Lieutenant-Commander - Mention in Despatches
- RCNVR / HMCS Milltown Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 June 1943
and London Gazette of 2 June 1943.
Home: Pictou, Nova Scotia.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Hunter (Naval Reserve Unit Windsor) from 21 December 1939
to 30 September 1940.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Caribou (Armed Yacht - Z25) from 19 September 1942
to 25 March 1942.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Kamloops (Flower Class Corvette - K176) from 28 March 1942
to 22 August 1942.
First Commanding Officer of HMCS Milltown (Bangor Class Minesweeper - J317)
from 18 September 1942 to 14 April 1944.
Commanding Officer of HMCS Kokanee (River Class Frigate - K419) from 6 June 1944
to 14 December 1944.
MARSHALL. Jordan Hamilton, 0-46650, RCNVR Div Windsor A/Lt [27.8.39] RCNVR
Lt [11.3.36] RCNVR Division Windsor CO, (21.12.39-30.9.40)
HMCS CARIBOU (Z25)(A) p/v, CO, (19.9.41-25.3.42)
A/LCdr [27.1.42]
HMCS KAMLOOPS (K176)Cof, CO, (28.3.42-22.8.42)
HMCS MILLTOWN (J317) m/s, CO, (18.9.42-14.4.43) MID~[5.6.43]
LCdr [1.7.43]
HMCS KOKANEE (K419) Fr, CO, stand by (10.5.44-5.6.44)
HMCS KOKANEE (K419) Fr, CO, (6.6.44-14.12.44)
Demobilized [19.11.45] LCdr [1.7.53]
RCN(SS 15 Mar 51-14 Mar 54); FOPC/StO/Plans, (24.10.50-?)
"This Officer displayed outstanding seamanship, resourcefulness and
initiative under extremely d |
Medals of Lieutenant-Commander Robert Cunningham MacMILLAN, DSC*, CD, RCNVR:
DSC and Bar - 39/45 Star - Atlantic Star - Africa Star - Defence Medal
