'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in leading his platoon. Though he had a very short time in which to make his arrangements, his coolness and quick grasp of the situation enabled him to carry out his allotted task with efficiency and complete success. He maintained excellent control over his men, and set them a fine example of courage and leadership. He personally killed several of the enemy, and obtained identifications.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 September 1917

Regimental number	14029
Occupation	Student
Next of kin	Father, J Little, Sentry Hill New Plymouth
Rank on embarkation	2nd Lieutenant
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 12th Reinforcements to 2nd Battalion, F Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 16 October 1916
Medals	Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in leading his platoon. Though he had a very short time in which to make his arrangements, his coolness and quick grasp of the situation enabled him to carry out his allotted task with efficiency and complete success. He maintained excellent control over his men, and set them a fine example of courage and leadership. He personally killed several of the enemy, and obtained identifications.' Source: London Gazette Date: 17 September 1917
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 43, p. 26