Sgt. James Allender, MM. 101 Troop, No6 Cdo

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Hello :D

Has anyone come across Private James Allender MM during their research :?:

He served in No.1 (later becoming No.101) Troop of No.6 Commando from its formation in 1940 (Scarborough) until, at least, 13th March 1942.

Prt. J. Allender was awarded the Military Medal during his time as a Corporal in the BEF during the French campaign (1940).

Promoted to Sergeant, on 26th September 1943 he was awarded a Bar to his MM.

Sgt. James Allender was recommended for a Military Medal by Lt-Col. Derek Mills-Roberts following the Battle of Steamroller Farm on 26th February 1943 . The citation reads:

?During the action between VI Commando and a Battalion of Herman Goering Jaeger Regiment, Sgt. Allender showed exceptional courage and devotion to duty throughout. Whilst his section was moving up a hill under heavy MG and mortar fire, and without cover, Sgt. Allender fired his Bren Gun resting it on another man?s shoulders to get necessary elevation. During this period he was well exposed and all enemy LMG fire was directed at him. He was wounded but carried on. The Troop later advanced over the same ground and it was found that a complete German MG team had been killed by Sgt. Allender?s fire, and the gun was captured.?

No record at CWGC.

Any relatives with info :?: or anyone come across James Allender during their research :?:

I am researching the role played by "Swordfish" 101 Troop and their eventual formation into No 2 "SBS" Special Boat Section, now known as Special Boat Service 8)

Thanks :-)

Colin