'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 5th October 1918 near Cheneaux Wood, this man was a member of a patrol in an advance in open warfare. A concealed machine gun nest suddenly opened fire from a flank and caused several casualties. Pte Harper immediately worked round the gun and shot the gunner. He then led a small party who succeeded in cutting off the entire gun crew of 12. This gallant action enabled the line to push forward and secure substantial results. He has on several occasions while acting as scout shown the greatest initiative and determination in making progress.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 14 May 1919

Regimental number	47671
Occupation	Labourer
Next of kin	Wife, Mrs J Harper, 92 Waltham Road, Christchurch
Rank on embarkation	Private
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 26th Reinforcements (1st Draft), Canterbury Infantry Regiment, C Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT No 85 Willochra on 9 June 1917
Final rank	Private
Final unit	2nd Battalion, Canterbury Infantry Regiment
Medals	Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 5th October 1918 near Cheneaux Wood, this man was a member of a patrol in an advance in open warfare. A concealed machine gun nest suddenly opened fire from a flank and caused several casualties. Pte Harper immediately worked round the gun and shot the gunner. He then led a small party who succeeded in cutting off the entire gun crew of 12. This gallant action enabled the line to push forward and secure substantial results. He has on several occasions while acting as scout shown the greatest initiative and determination in making progress.' Source: 'London Gazette' Date: 14 May 1919
Other details	War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 3: Roll 66, p. 10