George Medal awarded to George Broadley. This medal, second only to the George Cross, is awarded to Civilians for Bravery.
From the supplement to the London Gazette of Tuesday 1st April, 1941:
CENTRAL CHANCERY OF THE ORDERS OF KNIGHTHOOD. St. James's Palace, S.W.I,
The KING has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following awards of the George Medal and the Medal of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, and for the publication in the London Gazette of the names of the persons specially shown below as having received an expression of Commendation for, their brave conduct in Civil Defence.
Awarded the George Medal:- George Broadley, Officer in Charge, Stretcher Parties, West Ham Casualty Service.