'For gallantry and consistent devotion to duty. From 22/9/17 to 24/2/18 he has commanded a Platoon with unfailing energy and enthusiasm. He led his Platoon in action on the 4th October, 1917, near Gravenstafel with splendid determination, and displayed fine powers of leadership and initiative, while his utter disregard of danger and untiring energy were a great source of inspiration to his men, both in the attack and during consolidation. He has, in previous actions, been noted for extremely good work and high personal courage.'
Awarded, and promulgated, 'London Gazette', 28 May 1918

Regimental number	10/395
Date of birth	12 February 1894
Place of birth	Lancashire, England
Religion	Church of England
Address	General Post Office, Wellington
Marital status	Single
Next of kin	U Jackson, c/o Steele Bros, Pyinmana, Burmah, India
Rank on embarkation	Private
Enlistment status	Volunteer
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, Main Body, Wellington Infantry Battalion
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 10 Arawa on 16 October 1914
Final rank	Lieutenant
Final unit	2nd Battalion, Wellington Infantry Regiment
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)	Mention in Despatches 'For gallantry and consistent devotion to duty. From 22/9/17 to 24/2/18 he has commanded a Platoon with unfailing energy and enthusiasm. He led his Platoon in action on the 4th October, 1917, near Gravenstafel with splendid determination, and displayed fine powers of leadership and initiative, while his utter disregard of danger and untiring energy were a great source of inspiration to his men, both in the attack and during consolidation. He has, in previous actions, been noted for extremely good work and high personal courage.' Awarded, and promulgated, 'London Gazette', 28 May 1918
Fate	Died of wounds 28 March 1918
Age at death from cemetery records	23
Place of burial	Englebelmer Communal Cemetery Extension (Row F, Grave No 17), nr Albert, France
Miscellaneous information from cemetery records	Father: Robert Jackson, St Helens, England
Medals	Mention in Despatches 'For gallantry and consistent devotion to duty. From 22/9/17 to 24/2/18 he has commanded a Platoon with unfailing energy and enthusiasm. He led his Platoon in action on the 4th October, 1917, near Gravenstafel with splendid determination, and displayed fine powers of leadership and initiative, while his utter disregard of danger and untiring energy were a great source of inspiration to his men, both in the attack and during consolidation. He has, in previous actions, been noted for extremely good work and high personal courage.' Source: 'London Gazette' Date: 28 May 1918
Other details	War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front Medals: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Miscellaneous details	Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Wellington Infantry Batln/Main Body
Sources	Archives New Zealand (Wellington), Agency AABK, Series 18805, File 18052533