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(Recommended for Military Cross)
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at FOSSE 3 DE LIEVIN, S.W. of LENS, on the night of the 8th/9th June 1917 during an attack in the enemy trenches. 2/Lt. Emerson was in command of a Company that was ordered forward to wire in front of the newly captured enemy trenches. This task presented considerable difficulties, and was carried out under heavy fire. 2/Lt. Emerson showed great coolness and courage in organising the work, and set a splendid example to his men. He also assisted in reorganising men, who were consolidating the captured trench, when no other officer was present. Every picket and strand of wire was put out, as had been previously arranged, and in very quick time, with the result that very few casualties were suffered. This was entirely due to this officer's coolness and initiative in organising and superintending the work. He has previously done much good work under fire during the two years he has been in this country.
Submitted 10/06/1917; Returned by I. Corps 23/06/1917; Noted for Honours List if sufficient vacancies. Resubmitted for Belgian Decoration. Not accepted.
(Recommended for Mention in Despatches)
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty under fire on several occasions, especially on June 8th 1917 at FOSSE 3 DE LIEVIN, S.W. of LENS. This officer was in command of a Company ordered forward to wire newly captured enemy trenches. The work was successfully completed under heavy fire, largely owing to his personal courage, determination and leadership. Captain Emerson has done consistent good work during a period of 15 months with the Battalion. He sets a splendid example to all.
Submitted for New Years Honours List 23/09/1917; Also Submitted for Belgian Croix de Guerre 16/12/1917 with note added that he had served in Flanders and had been wounded at Ypres. Mentioned in Despatches; L/G 18/12/1917