[Bill Alexander]

The Westminster history indicates that the companies at the Melfa were in White armoured cars. The actual action was on foot, as the crossing was not suitable for the Whites. The LdSH recce troop was across in turretless Honey's, under the command of Lt. Perkins. He received a DSO for this action, a very unusual award for a Lt. Some argue that he also should have been awarded the VC.