Ernest LEWER

Regimental number23/336
AddressPost Office, Raurimu
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinMother, Mrs L Lewer, Karori, Wellington
Rank on embarkationSergeant Major
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 1st Battalion, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 10 October 1915
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He led his platoon during an attack with great courage and skill, killing and capturing a large number of the enemy, and setting a fine personal example.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 16 August 1917

Other details

War service: Egypt, Western Front

Medals: Military Cross, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: B Company/1st NZRB

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