Nederlandse onderscheidingen aan Canadese staatsburgers voor de Tweede Wereldoorlog

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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Private (D141924), Canadian Infantry Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied zich onderscheiden door het bedrijven van bijzonder moedige en beleidvolle daden. In alle opzichten een loffelijk voorbeeld gegeven onder moeilijke omstandigheden.

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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Major, Canadian Infantry Corps
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Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant, Royal Canadian Army Service Corps
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Wegens de uitstekende diensten, door genoemde officieren aan het Koninkrijk der Nederlanden bewezen, bij de voorbereiding en uitvoering van de operaties der Canadeesche strijdkrachten ter bevrijding van het grondgebied in EUROPA in de periode van September 1944 tot Mei 1945.

Commandeur in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Commander in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Brigadier, Deputy Adjutant and Quartermaster General of No. 2 Canadian Corps
   Recommendation:

The outstanding ability and efficiency with which Brigadier Laing, as Deputy Adjutant and Quartermaster General of this Corps, directing the maintenance programme for all formations under command during operations in Holland, was a considerable contribution to the successful liberation of that country.
Despite the various types of operations involved, the variety of stores and equipments required, and the unfavourable climatic and transport conditions that existed particularly during the winter months, by aggressive supervision and coordination of the work of all of the services under his control Brigadier Laing ensured that forward formations constantly received an adequate supply of the stores vital to the operations in progress.

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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Sergeant (C9599), Canadian Infantry Corps
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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant, Canadian Infantry Corps
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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Acting Captain, Canadian Infantry Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Major, Royal Canadian Artillery
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Officier in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant Colonel, Canadian Armoured Corps, Commanding Officer of No. 1 Canadian Armoured Car Regiment
   Recommendation:

Lieutenant-Colonel Landell was in command of 1 Canadian Armoured Car Regiment from January 1944 to the termination of hostilities in Northwest Europe and commanded the regiment in all of its battles. During the campaign in Holland the regiment was placed under command 2 Canadian Corps and was initially assigned the task of exploiting the breakthrough achieved by 2 Canadian Infantry Division after the crossing of the Twenthe Canal. As a result of Lieutenant-Colonel Landell's brilliant leadership, sound tactical knowledge, drive and determination, the regiment under his command not only achieved an immediate breakthrough but under his personal leadership maintained the initiative and drive through to the North Sea at Wierum, splitting the enemy forces in Northern Holland, liberating hundreds of square miles of Dutch territory and setting free many thousands of Dutch citizens.
In the many bitter local actions fought during this campaign, this officer repeatedly reconnoitred forward with the lead troops, commanded squadrons in their individual battles, and maintained the momentum of advance by continual drive and inspired example. A total of 3,500 prisoners of war was taken in this advance to the North Sea from the Twenthe Canal, an unknown but large number of enemy killed, and a great stock of enemy arms and equipment captured, the whole result out of all proportion to the size of the force employed against the enemy. Throughout all these actions Lieutenant-Colonel Landell maintained the highest standard of regimental discipline and morale by his splendid example, determination and personal brevet and cheerfulness.

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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945 (posthume)
   Brigadier-General, Commander Royal Artillery, 4 Canadian Armoured Division
   Recommendation:

During the operations in south Holland in October and November 1944 by 4 Canadian Armoured Division, an outstanding feature was the faith the infantry had in the divisional artillery. To achieve and maintain this reputation the guns were almost always deployed very far forward and, at times, in very exposed positions subject to enemy infiltration. Brigadier Lane, as Commander Royal Artillery, was responsible for initiating the artillery tactics so successfully employed. By his personal bravery and his meticulous attention to detail he inspired all under his command. In attack the infantry always had the maximum artillery support; in repelling counter-attacks, defensive fire was always instantly available. To achieve this, Brigadier Lane was required to undertake many hazardous journeys to the forward area where mines were numerous and unlocated. It was during one of these visits to a forward regiment that this very gallant commander was blown up by a German mine. He was a very great loss to the division.

Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Captain, Royal Canadian Artillery
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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Company Sergeant Major (G63329), Royal Canadian Army Service Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Corporal (M106087), Canadian Scottish Regiment
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant, Canadian Infantry Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Sergeant (C57565), Canadian Infantry Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Captain, Royal Canadian Artillery
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Officier in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
Royal Decree no. 22 of 18 December, 1946
Major, Royal Canadian Engineers

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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Sergeant (D105711), Canadian Intelligence Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Major, South Saskatchewan Regiment
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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Sergeant (D13165), Canadian Infantry Corps
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Born in Toronto in 1914.
General Manager of Baumgold Brothers of Canada Limited.
Known awards: MBE,S3945,AS*,FGS,DM,CVSM*,WM.2+MID,ON.4x

Officier in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Major (Acting Lieutenant Colonel), Canadian Armoured Corps
   Recommendation:

As Deputy Assistant Quartermaster-General, Acting Lieutenant-Colonel Levenston performed his duties with outstanding ability and efficiency. By his persistence and aggressiveness he has set an example to all with whom he has come in contact and he has made a considerable to the success of operations which led to the liberation of Holland.

Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Captain, Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps
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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Sergeant (A49707), Canadian Infantry Corps
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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Captain, Royal Highlanders of Cameron (Black Watch)
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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Sergeant (B76787), Canadian Infantry Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

Ridder 4^e klasse der Militaire Willems-Orde
Knight 4th class of the Military William's Order
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant, Canadian Armoured Corps, Troopleader, No. 2 Squadron, 21 Canadian Armoured Regiment
   Recommendation:

On 29 December 1944, the 21 Canadian Armoured Regiment was ordered to move forward astride the railway line in the immediate vicinity of Heerle, Holland, and to then attack and capture the town of Moerstraaten. Lieutenant Liddell was commanding a troop of 2 Squadron and was ordered to advance on the town of Heerle as lead troop and to lead the way through the to the second objective, Moerstraaten. Under blistering enemy mortar, machine gun and anti-tank fire, this officer pressed the attack forward. Accurate anti-tank fire knocked out one of the four tanks but undaunted and fully realizing that speed was essential for the success of the attack, Lieutenant Liddell quickly pressed beyond the railway and continued to the west of the town. The speed and dash of the manoeuvre, despite the heavy direct shell fire, demoralized the enemy and, before they could recover, Lieutenant Liddell positioned the three tanks of the troop in fire positions from where his accurate fire accounted for two enemy armoured vehicles. The enemy attempted to retreat towards prepared defences on the second objective and quickly rallying his tanks, Lieutenant Liddell moved forward to attack Moerstraaten before the enemy could completely organize the defensive position. As the troop advanced this officer brought down heavy fire on the first two anti-tank guns of the enemy defences, demolishing both and killing five of the crews. As the enemy fire thickened, a high explosive shell landed squarely on the back deck plate of the officer's tank and although the basket box was knocked off, the engine was undamaged. To press home the advantage already gained, Lieutenant Liddell moved forward straight into the centre of the town, spraying the houses with all the weapons and fire at his disposal. The Germans retreated in utter confusion to the outskirts of the town. On passing through the town and reaching a wooded area, Lieutenant Liddell discovered an enemy infantry force forming up to counter-attack. Realizing if this attack should be allowed to develop that the squadron advancing on Moerstraaten might be seriously endangered, this officer took up fire positions with his tanks. The enemy, under a protective artillery concentration, suddenly moved from the cover of the woods to counter-attack. An armour-piercing shell crashed into the second tank causing it to burst into flames. Alone and with no flank protection, Lieutenant Liddell engaged the advancing enemy and his fire was so effective that the counter-attack was broken up and the enemy again dispersed. This action enabled the squadron to move forward, capture the town and further exploit the success to cut the main highway and enemy line of retreat from Bergen op Zoom to Steenbergen. Coolness under heavy fire, courage, initiative and outstanding leadership in the face of tough enemy opposition was not only shown on this occasion but in many similar instances as Lieutenant Liddell fought with his troop. His ability to take the initiative at the opportune time, together with speed and dash in the attack, directly reflected on the crew and the ultimate success of many encounters.

Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied zich onderscheiden door het bedrijven van uitstekende daden van moed, beleid en trouw. Daarbij herhaaldelijk blijk gegeven van buitengewone plichtsbetrachting en groot doorzettingsvermogen en in alle opzichten, door een loffelijk voorbeeld, een inspiratie geweest voor allen in die roemvolle dagen.

Brigadier Lister has been Deputy Adjutant and Quartermaster-General of First Canadian Army throughout its operations in the Netherlands and as such has been primarily responsible for all matters connected with the administration of the Army.
At all times as a result of his anticipation of requirements and careful coordination of the work of the staff and services the armed forces have been efficiently maintained and operations have been able to proceed unimpeded by administrative difficulties.
In addition to his normal exacting duties Brigadier Lister has assumed responsibilities in connection with the supply of essential commodities to the Netherlands and has made every effort to ensure that everything possible has been done to assist in the relief of the hard-pressed population.
This officer has made a direct and important contribution to the liberation and rehabilitation of the Netherlands.

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   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lance-Sergeant (A5031), Canadian Infantry Corps
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Officier in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant Colonel, Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps, No. 3 Canadian Casualty Collecting Station
   Recommendation:

This officer, while serving with and commanding 17 Canadian Light Field Ambulance, served with unusual distinction during the fighting for Walcheren Island. For several days the troops from the point of view of evacuating casualties were isolated on the beaches. Here, arrangements for their comfort and safety were the responsibility of Lieutenant-Colonel Lochead who, under constant mortar and shell fire, remained to complete the evacuation.
During this time the conditions for civilians were pitiful indeed, since they had no place to go. These received medical care from troops under Lieutenant-Colonel Lochead, who arranged for their evacuation in the same was as Army casualties.
Lieutenant-Colonel Lochead's work was the subject of special commendation by the Brigadier in charge of operation at the time. His was an outstanding contribution to the success of these operations and the liberation of Holland.

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Cross of Merit
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Quartermaster Sergeant (B83820), Royal Canadian Army Service Corps
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied zich onderscheiden in verband met de vijandelijke actie door moedig en beleidvol optreden.

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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant, Royal Canadian Corps of Signals
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

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Bronze Cross
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Acting Sergeant (L104277), The Lake Superior Regiment
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied moedig en beleidvol optreden getoond tegenover den vijand en een bijzondere plichtsbetrachting aan den dag gelegd.

Officier in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
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Lieutenant Colonel, Royal Canadian Engineers

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Cross of Merit
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Staff Sergeant (K15197), Royal Canadian Artillery
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Tijdens de gevechten ter bevrijding van het bezette Nederlandsche grondgebied zich onderscheiden in verband met de vijandelijke actie door moedig en beleidvol optreden.

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Bronze Lion
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Sergeant (G32351), Canadian Infantry Corps
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Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau met de zwaarden
Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau with swords
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Lieutenant (Acting Captain), Canadian Provost Corps, Headquarters, "A" Troops Area
   Recommendation:

The work of Captain Luker in the Netherlands has been characterized by his outstanding ability to cooperate with the civilian authorities during the difficult period of operations. He effectively combined Canadian Provost resources under his control with the civilian authorities to maintain law and order on a basis agreeable to all concerned. His duties in this respect called for great tact and diplomacy which he never failed to display throughout the period of the Canadian Army's operations in the Netherlands. His work at all times was worthy of the very highest commendation.

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Bronze Lion
   Royal Decree no. 2 of 8 December, 1945
   Private (G5843), North Shore (North Brunswick) Regiment
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Dutch awards to Canadians for World War II

Lacasse - Lynch