| Regimental number | 8/1518 |
| Address | Naseby, Otago |
| Marital status | Single |
| Next of kin | Father, H Jacob, Naseby, Otago |
| Rank on embarkation | Private |
| Enlistment status | Volunteer |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 3rd Reinforcements, Otago Infantry Battalion, D Company |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on |
| The Otago Infantry Battalion, 3rd Reinforcements, left New Zealand on board three ships (HMNZT 17 'Maunganui', HMNZT 18 'Tahiti' and HMNZT 19 'Aparima'). It is not possible from the Nominal Roll to determine on which ship an individual embarked. | |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When all the officers of his company became casualties in an attack he took command at a critical moment and pushed forward. He captured an enemy strong-point in the face of very heavy fire and held his position all day. He set a splendid example of courage, leadership and determination.'
Source: 'London Gazette' Date: |
| Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Otago Infantry Batln/Third |