Orders, Decorations and Medals

A scarce Second World War aircraft carrier operations D.S.M. group of five awarded to Chief Petty Officer W. J. C. Tull, Royal Navy, who was decorated for his services in H.M.S. Formidable

Distinguished Service Medal, G.VI.R. (J. 103761 W. J. C. Tull, C.P.O.); 1939-45 Star; Atlantic Star; Italy Star; War Medal 1939-45, good very fine and better (5) £600-800

D.S.M. London Gazette 2 June 1943:

‘For gallantry or outstanding service in the face of the enemy, or for zeal, patience and cheerfulness in dangerous waters, and for setting an example of whole hearted devotion to duty, without which the high traditions of the Royal Navy could not have been up held.’

Wilfred James Cooper Tull received his D.S.M. at a Buckingham Place investiture held on 24 July 1945.