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ARKS.
Traffic on the route at night was somewhat
exciting,and the constant meeting of all sorts and conditions of
raft
similarly engaged, and to the number of wrecks that were
encountered, It was fortunate that the wind remained from the
North East towards the end, thereby shielding the approach
from the fire from Gravelines Batteries.
During the bombing attack on Dunkirk
p.m. Wednesday 29th May, the ships A.A. fire was most effective.
An H.E. from "X" Gun and a burst from the starboard 0.5"
Machine Gun were seen to envelop enemy aircraft and it is
considered that these two were either destroyed or hit. This
was confirmed by the soldiers who were subsequently embarked
and who stated that they were much impressed by the whole
performance. I have reason to believe therefore that
"Express's" fire met with the above measure of success.
The performance of all Officers and Men
under my command was of the highest order, and to my complete
satisfaction during the whole of this operation. Under severe
strain all hands remained alert ,boats crews while very weary
made incessant boat trips, and the constant manning of the
armament and its effective employment on all suitable occasions
was extremely creditable.
The large numbers of troops onboard
constantly expressed their appreciation of what was done for
in providing such comforts as food drink,and clothing as
them by the sailors, who I know did their utmost for them
was possible.
The Hospital party rendered particularly,
constant and valuable assistance to the wounded on board.
I have much oride in submitting the
attached list of personnel whom I consider worthy of special
mention.
I have the Honour to be,
Sir,
Your Obedient Servant,
VICE ADMIRAL
CAPTAIN.
Royal Navy.
11 JUN 1940