Medal & Mortality index
The Distinguished Service Order was instituted by Queen Victoria, September
6th, 1886. May be conferred on Commissioned Officers who have been
specially mentioned in despatches for meritorious or distinguished service in
the field or before the enemy. Bars may be added for additional acts of
gallantry. Since August 1st, 1918, this Order has been awarded in respect of
active service for "services in action " only, i.e., for service under fire or
for distinguished individual service in connection with air-raids, bombardments
or other enemy action.
SAVORY, Squadron-Commander Kenneth Stevens R.N.A.S.
CONSTANTINOPLE, 14/15 April, 1916. In recognition of his services on the night
of 14/15 April, when he carried out a flight to Constantinople and dropped bombs
upon points of military importance, returning safely to his base after a long
flight in rough and
stormy weather. [2256
BAR TO D.S.O.
CONSTANTINOPLE, 9th July, 1917. In recognition of his services on the night of
9th July, when a successful attack was carried out against the Turkish-German
fleet lying off Constantinople. When the Goeben, surrounded by warships
(including submarines), had been located, the attack was made from a height of
800 feet. Direct hits were obtained on the Goeben and on the other enemy ships
near her. Big explosions took place on board them, followed by a heavy
conflagration. The War Office at Constantinople was also attacked, and a direct
hit obtained.