| Regimental number | 32263 |
| Occupation | Farmer |
| Next of kin | Father, Thomas Wagg, Worksop Road, Masterton |
| Rank on embarkation | Sergeant |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 13th Reinforcements to 2nd Battalion, F Company |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on |
| The Infantry component of the 19th Reinforcements left New Zealand on board two ships, 'Maunganui' and 'Tahiti'. It is not possible from the Nominal Rolls to determine on which ship an individual embarked. Harbour records indicate that the actual date of sailing was 16 November 1916. | |
| Final rank | Sergeant |
| Final unit | 1st Battalion, Canterbury Regiment |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'Operations: British Front in the Vicinity of the Foret de Mormal ? 5th November 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the above operations Corporal Wagg was in command of a section, and when his Company was held up he rushed his section forward with great dash and determination, penetrating the enemy line, disorganising them and capturing prisoners. His courage and utter disregard for his own personal safety was a magnificent example to all ranks.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 45, p. 25 |