Troop Sergeant Major Edward 'Lofty' King, at the time a Lance Sergeant, was awarded the Military Medal in recognition of gallant and distinguished service in Sicily. 
Recommendation

On night of 13/14 July 1943 after the landing at Agnone and during the advance to Punta Dei Malati, Sgt. King continually led the HQ Party forward under fire quite regardless of his own safety his only desire being to get forward and engage the enemy. During the fight at Punta Dei Malati and in the subsequent withdrawal, Sgt. King was continually taking messages and exposing himself under heavy mortar, machine gun and shell fire. He was of the greatest assistance in organising the withdrawal, always remaining with the rear elements; his steadiness had an inspiring effect on all ranks. Sgt. King was also outstanding in the advance and attack on the Cassibile Battery on night 9/10 July 1943.