Members of the MG Section of the Heavy Weapons Troop.
Date: 10/06/2019
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Brigadier Peter Young DSO MC, OC No.3 Commando
[To comply with their copyright written permission for use of this photo on the CVA website has been sought and received from Greenhill Books (Pen & Sword )the publishers of Memoirs of a Fighting Commando in WW2 by Brigadier John Durnford-Slater DSO + bar].
Citation for his Military Cross whilst a Temp. Captain:
In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in successful combined operations against the enemy at Vaagso and Maaloy (L.G.3.4.42)
Citation for his DSO whilst a Temp. Major.:
In recognition of gallant and distinguished service in the combined attack on Dieppe. (L.G.2.10.42)
Citation for his 2nd bar to his Military Cross whilst a Temp. Major.:
In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Italy (L.G.13.1.44)
Ernie Brooks BEM of No.4 Commando wrote: Brigadier Peter Young DSO, MC, 28th July 1915 -13th Sept.1988. Respectfully known as "Bungie" by those who served with him. A "Local Lad", owned stables at Ryall, and on retirement lived at Twyning Manor. He was the head of The Sealed Knot. A great character. A renowned author. A visit to St Mary's Church at Ripple to view his Memorial window is well worth your time"