Edward Charles JEFFS

Regimental number25716
OccupationFarmer
Next of kinFather, Edward S Jeffs, Waihungarua via Matakohe
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 8th Reinforcements to 3rd Battalion, G Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 65 Pakeha on 23 September 1916
Final rankSergeant
Final unit2nd Battalion, New Zealand Rifle Brigade
Medals

Meritorious Service Medal

'For constant devotion to duty and continuous good work. This NCO has seen continuous service with his Company and has always been most keen and enthusiastic in his work. During the operations at Gouzeaucourt he handled his section excellently, showing splendid initiative. His work is of a very high order and has been a fine example to others.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 18 January 1919

Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: Meritorious Service Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal
SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 41, p. 35