David Arthur JENKINS

Regimental number10/2658
Address59 Roxburgh Street, Wellington
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, W Jenkins, Waitara, Taranaki
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 6th Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 14 August 1915
Medals

Military Medal

'For great gallantry and devotion to duty. Near Gravenstafel on 4th October during the attack, he acted as a platoon commander and displayed fine leadership and coolness, and rendered great assistance to his Company Commander. He showed fine resource in establishing his platoon in a forward position under heavy fire. His leadership throughout was of a high standard, and he set a splendid example to his men.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 17 December 1917

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Wellington Infantry Batln/Sixth

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