| Surname: | Wildsmith |
| Initials: | J A |
| Rank: | Lance Corporal |
| Army Number: | 7684161 |
| Notes: | His name is spelt Wilesmith in London Gazette and Wildsmith in MID Citation |
Decoration Record: | |
| Decoration: | Mention in Despatches (London Gazette: 35020 Page: 7197 Dec. 20, 1940) |
| Citation: | BEF. In the field March-June 1940. MID Citation: During three days and nights at BRAY DUNES this N.C.O. was employed on motor cycle reconnaissances and other duties in connection with embarkation, during heavy bombing and shelling. By his unceasing efforts, initiative and courage in very difficult circumstances he greatly assisted in the withdrawal and embarkation of B.E.F. troops.Maj P Ingram APM 1Corps. National Archive WO 373/89 |