Name: |
SMITH |
Given Name: |
DUDLEY EDWARD |
Initials: |
D E |
Service No: |
169864V |
Rank: |
LieutenantOther Casualties of this Rank |
Regiment: |
Natal Mounted Rifles, S.A. Forces |
Date of Death: |
1944-06-12Other Casualties on this
Date |
Date of Birth: |
1914-05-27 |
Age: |
30 |
Cause of Death: |
Died of wounds, received in contact with the enemy to the west of Bagnoregio, Italy |
Decorations: |
Distinguished Conduct Medal |
Citations: |
LG Sup 13 August 1942 - "For gallantry, determination and devotion to duty. On 5 June 1942, S/Sgt Smith was Section Commander of a Section of Armoured Cars that cooperated under command of Lt. Hugo with a column from 151 Bde. Proceeding West from U9664 and forming a screening patrol for the infantry and artillery in the column the Armoured Cars located an enemy dug in infantry position at U9563. S/Sgt Smith leading his Section in the attack on this position with marked courage and coolness and with complete disregard of personal safety, assisted in the capture of the position and the taking of two 20 mm, many machine guns and 300 prisoners. Shortly afterwards an enemy battery was reported by the Armoured Cars one mile further south. Again S/Sgt Smith led his Section in an attack that resulted in the position being taken together with three Officers and 26 Other Ranks. The patrol was later attacked by 14 enemy fighter aircraft and S/Sgt Smith was wounded in the buttocks and legs. With complete disregard of his own injuries he proceeded from Armoured Car to Armoured Car ascertaining whether any of his men had been wounded and rendering what assistance he could. His conduct throughout the operations was an inspiration to his men and his courage, tenacity and devotion to duty contributed largely to the success of these operations." |
Additional
Information: |
Son of Christie W. and Kate L. Smith, of Germiston, Transvaal. Brother of Mrs. C. Holliday, of Chapman Road, Klipoortjie, Germiston. A brother, Mr. H. A. Smith, served with the 3rd Heavy Battery in East London. Born in Germiston. A Mine Captain in the Dunnotter area. |
This information was last verified for accuracy: 2024-11-03
