Walter John KING

Regimental number18911
OccupationSolicitor
Next of kinWife, Mrs V I King, 11 St Mary's Street, Wellington
Rank on embarkationLieutenant
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 6th Reinforcements to 4th Battalion, H Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Ulimaroa on 29 July 1916
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty while with an advanced guard. The enemy opened heavy enfilade rifle and machine-gun fire on his left flank. By skilful handling of his platoons he completely held in check for two hours the superior numbers of the enemy, and finally withdrew his men in good order. He showed fine courage and leadership.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 26 July 1918

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 37, p. 34

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