TSM John Dowling MM, No.3 Commando

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Citation for his MM awarded when he was a Corporal:
On the night of the 13th-14th July 1943 at Agnone, Cpl. Dowling exposed himself fearlessly in the final stages of the invasion of the landing craft while manning a Vickers K Gun. He fired many magazines and accurately directed fire at enemy pill boxes. On arrival at Punte Del Malati with his section, he rushed and captured a pill box being wounded during this assault. He continued to operate cheerfully and efficiently showing fine leadership during the disturbance. (L.G. 21.10.43)