'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 12th September 1918 near Gouzeaucourt when all but the Sergeant of his subsection were rendered casualties, though wounded he kept his gun in action, against determined bombing attacks until his flank exposed. With the aid of his wounded Sergeant, he then withdrew his gun, belts, spare parts and tripod, and came into action again in an alternative position, remaining with it until relieved. His steadfast courage and coolness during trying circumstances showed a very fine example and spirit.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 11 February 1919

Regimental number	28729
Occupation	Tailor
Next of kin	Mother, Mrs G Chellews, Mangere
Rank on embarkation	Private
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 18th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Battalion, A Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on board Tofua on 11 October 1916
Final rank	Private
Final unit	New Zealand Machine Gun Battalion
Medals	Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 12th September 1918 near Gouzeaucourt when all but the Sergeant of his subsection were rendered casualties, though wounded he kept his gun in action, against determined bombing attacks until his flank exposed. With the aid of his wounded Sergeant, he then withdrew his gun, belts, spare parts and tripod, and came into action again in an alternative position, remaining with it until relieved. His steadfast courage and coolness during trying circumstances showed a very fine example and spirit.' Source: 'London Gazette' Date: 11 February 1919
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 43, p. 4