| Regimental number | 10/1049 |
| Date of birth | |
| Place of birth | Napier |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Surveyor |
| Address | Lincoln Road, Napier |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 24 |
| Height | 5' 10.25" |
| Weight | 154 lbs |
| Next of kin | John Ferguson Jardine, Napier |
| Previous military service | Served in the 1st Bn, 9th Regiment, Territorial Force; still serving at time of NZEF enlistment. |
| Enlistment date | |
| Place of enlistment | Napier |
| Rank on embarkation | Lieutenant |
| 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 |
| Final rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Final unit | 2nd Battalion, New Zealand Rifle Brigade |
| Fate | Commenced return to New Zealand |
| Medals |
Military Cross 'Flers 15 September 1916 and Grid Trench and Grid Support Trench 1 October 1916. This officer has displayed conspicuous ability and leadership on several, but especially on the above two occasions. On the 15th September he handled his company with great skill when ordered up to cover the north of Flers and take up a new line. Again on the 1st October he displayed great presence of mind, resource and initiative, under heavy fire, when supporting two companies of the 2nd Otago Battalion who had suffered heavily from machine gun fire. All the officers of the latter two companies had been either killed or wounded, and Captain Jardine reorganised the line at a critical time with admirable judgement. He is possessed of rare soldierly qualities and his work is deserving of special recognition.'
Source: 'London Gazette Date: Bar to Distinguished Service Order 'For conspicuous gallantry and resouce at Le Quesnoy on the 4th November 1918. His battalion was detailed to capture the city. The enemy were holding a railway embankment in front of the city from which they brought such heavy machinegun fire to bear on our troops that the attack was temporarily held up. He promptly used his reserve troops with such skill that they overcame the resistance of the enemy and enabled the advance to be continued. Finally by his gallant and able leadership he was instrumental in bringing about the fall of the city.'
Source: 'London Gazette' 2nd Supplement Date: Distinguished Service Order 'For conspicuous gallantry and good leadership at Gauzeancourt from 8 to 13th September 1918. His battalion was engaged in very heavy fighting against strong enemy positions held by picked troops. He constantly reconnoitred the front, having to pass through gas and enemy barrage and by keeping in the closest touch with the situation he was able to cope with several enemy counter attacks. It was owing to his skilful leadership that the operation was a success and his courage and coolness under heavy fire inspired all ranks.'
Source: 'London Gazette' Date: Mention in Despatches 'For distinguished and gallant services and devotion to duty during the period 16 September to 15 March 1919.'
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| Other details |
War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front Embarked Alexandria with unit to join the Mediterranean Expeditionary Force (Gallipoli Campaign), 12 April 1915. Wounded in action, 27 April 1915 (gunshot wound, back; flesh wound); admitted to Anglo-American Hospital, Ghezieh, 1 May 1915 (gunshot wound, chest and arm); discharged, 31 May 1915. Taken on strength of New Zealand Australia Base Depot, Alexandria, 6 June 1915. Embarked for Dardanelles, 14 June 1915; rejoined unit, Anzac, 20 June 1915. Wounded in action, 8 July 1915 (second occasion); admitted to HMS 'Clacton', 10 July 1915 (gunshot wound, knee cap); transferred to hospital, Mudros, 10 July 1915; discharged, 1 August 1915; rejoined unit, Anzac, 2 August 1915. Wounded in action, 8 August 1915 (third occasion); admitted to HS 'Devanha', 9 August 1915 (gunshot wound, shoulder & back - severe); transferred to No.19 General Hospital, Alexandria, 13 August 1915; to HS 'Goorka', 26 September 1915; to Endsleigh Palace Hospital, London, 8 October 1915. Transferred to 2nd Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade, 1 March 1916. Promoted to Captain, 1 March 1916. Embarked to Egypt, 24 March 1916. Embarked with unit to join the British Expeditionary Force, 9 April 1916. Admitted to No.7 Stationary Hospital, 3 May 1916 (gonorrhoea); transferred to No.9 Stationary Hospital, 3 May 1916; discharged to duty, 20 June 1916. Attached to NZ Infantry & General Base Depot, Etaples, 26 July 1916; rejoined unit, 29 August 1916. Proceeded to England for Senior Officers Course, Aldershot, 5 April 1917. Seconded for duty on Senior Officers Course, Aldershot, 4 June 1917. Granted the rank of Temporary Lieutenant Colonel while employed at Senior Officers School, Aldershot, 8 July 1917. To be Major, 11 October 1917. Transferred to NZ Rifle Brigade, 30 November 1917. Proceeded overseas to France, 17 December 1917; taken on strength of 4th Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade, 18 December 1917, and posted to Headquarters as Second in Command. Attached to 2nd Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade, 11 January 1918; rejoined unit, 20 January 1918. Joined 2nd Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade, 6 April 1918, and assumes command of Battalion; transferred to 2nd Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade, 8 April 1918. Appointed Temporary Lieutenant Colonel, 6 May 1918. Reverts to the rank of Major, and becomes Second in Command, 2nd Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade, 22 May 1918. To be Lieutenant Colonel, 6 August 1918, and to assume command of 2nd Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade. On leave to United Kingdom, 19 August 1918; rejoined unit, 6 September 1018. On leave to United Kingdom, 16 December 1918; rejoined unit, Germany, 10 January 1919. Taken on strength of 3rd Bn, NZ Rifle Brigade, 15 January 1919, and assumes command. Proceeded to England, 26 March 1919. Commenced return to New Zealand from Plymouth on board HT 'Adolph Woermann', 14 August 1919; disembarked New Zealand, 3 February 1919; discharged, 30 October 1919. Total war service: 5 years 78 days (of which 4 years 352 days were abroad). Medals: Distinguished Service Order & Bar, Military Cross, Mention in Despatches, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal. Also served in World War II: Service No 31543 Army. |
| Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Wellington Infantry Batln/Main Body |
| Date of death | |
| Age at death | 79 |
| Place of burial | Kopuatama Cemetery (Block 47, Plot 15), Stratford |
| Sources | Archives New Zealand (Wellington), Agency AABK, Series 18805, File 24060262 |