Born 20/10/1919. Educated at St. Andrew's College, Grahamstown. Form III-VI. Junior Certificate 1934. Matric. 1936. Commerce Prize 1934. Sergeant C.C. Debates. 2nd XV. Boxing. On leaving College went to London to study electrical engineering.
George Medal LG Sup 23 January 1941 - "For gallantry and undaunted devotion to duty" MID LG Sup 20 December 1940 - "For courage, coolness and devotion to duty".