Personal Number: 164133 Rank: Major Name: James Leslie WATT, MC Unit: 23 Hussars London Gazette : 1 March 1945 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36961/supplement/1173/data.pdf The KING has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in North West Europe:— Lieutenant (temporary Captain) (acting Major) James Leslie Watt (164133), 23rd Hussars, Royal Armoured Corps (Tavistock). London Gazette : 23 October 1945 https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/37316/supplement/5164/data.pdf REGULAR EMERGENCY COMMISSIONS. R.T.R. War Subs. J. L. WATT '(164133) relinquishes his commn. on account of disability, 22nd Oct. 1945, and is granted the hon. rank of Capt.
Recommendation for Award for Watt, James Leslie Rank: Lieutenant, Acting Major ... | The National Archives Reference: WO 373/51/52 Name Watt, James Leslie Rank: Lieutenant, Acting Major Service No: 164133 Regiment: 23 Hussars Theatre of Combat or Operation: North West Europe 1944-45 Award: Military Cross Date of announcement in London Gazette: 01 March 1945