'On the 30th March 1918 between Colincamps and Serre. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the attack on the enemy's positions he displayed conspicuous courage and initiative by bringing his guns into action out in the open under heavy rifle and machine-gun fire, and by prompt action enabled our infantry to advance and gain their objectives.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 12 June 1918

Regimental number	22979
Occupation	Farmer
Next of kin	Father, R L Horn, Manakau, Manawatu
Rank on embarkation	Rifleman
Unit name	New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 4th Reinforcements to 3rd Battalion, G Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on 27 May 1916
Medals	Military Medal 'On the 30th March 1918 between Colincamps and Serre. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the attack on the enemy's positions he displayed conspicuous courage and initiative by bringing his guns into action out in the open under heavy rifle and machine-gun fire, and by prompt action enabled our infantry to advance and gain their objectives.' Source: 'London Gazette' Date: 12 June 1918
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 33, p. 33