Geoffrey Cather.
"For most conspicuous bravery. From 7 p.m. till midnight he searched 'No Man's Land', and brought in three wounded men.
Next morning at 8 a.m. he continued his search, brought in another wounded man, and gave water to others, arranging for their rescue later. Finally, at 10.30 a.m., he took out water to another man, and was proceeding further on when he was himself killed.
All this was carried out in full view of the enemy, and under direct machine gun fire and intermittent artillery fire.
He set a splendid example of courage and self sacrifice.
The Edinburgh Gazette - 12th September 1916.
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