Military Service
He was appointed as an Ordinary Seaman RCNVR.
He was appointed as an Able-Seaman RCNVR. (He was demobilized.)
Anecdotes
Mention in Despatches-RCNR / HMCS Sarnia -Awarded as per Canada Gazette of 5 January 1946 and London Gazette of 1 January 1946. "For gallantry, bravery and enterprise in rescuing survivors of HMCS Esquimalt. Bernard's zeal and cheerful devotion to duty in rescuing the survivors of HMCS Esquimaltwere of the highest order and an inspiration to all. This rating took charge of the artificial respiration given to these men who were dying, thereby saving at least two lives."
