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Distinguished Service Medal

BUTCHART, Arthur Alexander, PO (HSD), 2808, RCN , HMCS Skeena

Issued: 28-Nov-1942, Canada Gazette

"For devotion to duty and coolness during a prolonged hunt which resulted in the destruction of an enemy U-boat. As the Higher Submarine Detector of the ship, this Petty Officer displayed skill and tenacity in detecting and holding an enemy U-boat during attacks which lasted over four hours. His action largely contributed to the success of the operation."