Rifleman Beeley went to certain death in a gallant and successful attempt to carry the day. His courage and self-sacrifice were a glorious example to his comrades and inspired them to further efforts to reach their objective, which was eventually captured by them, together with 700 prisoners.

Gazetted: 21 April 1942.
Investiture: Victoria Cross presented to his widow at Buckingham Palace 20 October 1942 by King George VI.
Other Decorations: Croix De Guerre. Medaille Militaire.
Other Medals: 1939-45 Star African Star DM WM.
Location of Medals: Victoria Cross in The Royal Green Jackets Museum.
Commemoration: Headstone

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