GODDARD, Henry John

Rank: 
Able Seaman
Unit / Base: 
'Royal Naval Beach Commandos'
Service: 
Royal Navy
Number: 
C/JX.279669

Able Seaman Henry Goddard, RNBC 'A', was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal for distinguished service in operations carried out in the face of determined opposition from the enemy, which led to the capture of the island of Elba.

Sources
London Gazette 36783, page 5088.
Beachhead Assault: The Story of the Royal Naval Commandos in World War II, author David Lee.

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