Honours and Awards

Issued to Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) Members

SCHNERE, Ralph Kenneth

Distinguished Service Medal

SCHNERE, Ralph Kenneth, Leading Cook (S), V-25056 , RCNVR

Issued: 9-Jan-1943, Canada Gazette

"For bravery and devotion to duty before the enemy. During enemy U-Boat and air attacks, leading cook Schnere displayed efficiency, coolness and devotion to duty, worthy of high commendation and by his exemplary conduct set an inspiring example to those about him."