Arthur GRIFFIN

Regimental number20335
OccupationFarmer
Next of kinWife, Mrs A Griffin, Inaha, Hawera
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 16th Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Battalion, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 62 Mokoia on 21 August 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'Messines Offensive 7th to 9th June 1917. When the Company Stretcher bearers were wounded he volunteered for the work which he carried out under heavy shell fire with great pluck and endurance. He worked continuously during June 7th, 8th and 9th and when not stretcher bearing he carried water and wire to the front line. His work throughout was excellent.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 16 August 1917

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 38, p. 11

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