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For Distinguished Service
Military Cross: Captain K. E. Louden

Captain Louden has ably commanded his company at all times. He commanded it during the landing on Mono Island on 27 October 1943, when it landed on the left flank in the face of machine-gun fire. The main enemy force on the island was then across the Saveke River. Captain Louden personally lead his company across the river in an encircling movement, driving the enemy from their headquarters area on to the hill.

He then held with his company an extended and difficult defensive position for five days. During this time, his company withstood the greater part of the enemy's attempts to penetrate the brigade perimeter during the nights. In the day time and later at Malsi, he organised and personally led patrols in order to locate the enemy. At all times he set an example of courage and leadership.