Theophilus Norris HEWLETT

Regimental number12/3356
AddressMapiu, Taumarunui
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, Rev Oswald Hewlett, Drury, Auckland
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 8th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 13 November 1915
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He has taken part in almost all the fighting during the offensive of 1918, and has done consistent good work. At Crevecoeur on 30th September and 1st and 2nd October he rendered very valuable service in laying and maintaining telephone-lines under particularly dangerous conditions until he finally was wounded.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 3 June 1919

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Auckland Infantry Batln/Eighth

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