Honours and Awards

Issued to Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) Members

JESS, Robert Edmond

Distinguished Service Cross

JESS, Robert Edmond, Lt (O) , RCNVR, 828 RN Squadron

Issued: 4-May-1943, London Gazette

"For bravery and skill in many air operations against the enemy."

Mentioned in Despatches

JESS, Robert Edmond, Lt (O), RCNVR, 854 HMS Illustrious

Issued: 1-Jan-1945, London Gazette

"For gallantry or outstanding service in the face of the enemy or for zeal, patience and cheerfulness in dangerous waters and for setting an example of wholehearted devotion to duty, upholding the high traditions of the Royal Canadian Navy."

Mentioned in Despatches (2nd Occurance)

JESS, Robert Edmond, A/LCdr (O), RCNVR, 845 HMS Illustrious

Issued: 5-May-1945, Canada Gazette

"For good service in an attack on oil installations at Palembang, Sumatra."

Mentioned in Despatches (3rd Occurance)

JESS, Robert Edmond, A/LCdr (O), RCNVR, 854 HMS Illustrious

Issued: 15-Sep-1945, Canada Gazette

"For gallantry, skill and marked devotion to duty in air strikes in the Far East."