| Surname: | Watson |
| Initials: | R |
| Rank: | Company Quartermaster |
| Army Number: | 2692824 |
| Notes: | CMP. From Slough. 11/4/1928 he enlisted in the Scots Guards for 3/9 years, 27/11/1909 born Mussleburgh, Mid Lothian, butcher, 10/4/`1931 to Army Reserve, 21/9/1939 transferred to CMP. 4/6/47 discharged. Robert Watson. |
Decoration Record: | |
| Decoration: | Military Medal (London Gazette: 36668 Page: 3926 Aug. 24, 1944) |
| Citation: | Military Medal Citation.Salerno ItalyDuring operation AVALANCHE CQMS Watson was landed at H + 20 minutes and was charged with the organisation of Traffic Control on Sugar Green Beach. He carried out these duties with great efficiency and his devotion to duty and initiative were an example to all ranks with whom he came in contact.Recommended for a periodical DCM awarded MM. Recommended by Col A H G Watten 21 Beach Group.National Archive WO 373/7. |