RQMS Ron Crippin B.E.M., No.2 Commando HQ

Ron Crippin, then a Corporal in the HQ troop, took part in Operation Chariot, the raid at St Nazaire. He embarked on motor launch ML 447 and was evacuated back to the UK. Awarded the British Empire Medal (Military Division) in recognition of distinguished service during the raid. He had previously seen action with 2 Independent Company in May 1940 at Bodo, Norway, as part of Scissors Force.
Mentioned in Despatches for gallant and distinguished service in Italy whilst RQMS with No 2 Commando. ​Post war member of the Edinburgh branch of the Commando Association. Photo courtesy of Stephen McAllister, son of TSM Ken McAllister 5 troop No.2 Commando.