Rothwell LIVSEY

Regimental number12/3709
OccupationSeaman
Next of kinMother, Mrs M Livsey, 1 Liven Street Alexandria Dumbartonshire Scotland
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 9th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Battalion, A Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 37 SS Maunganui on 8 January 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'During the attack on the Messines Ridge on 7th June 1917, he was a stretcher bearer who showed great devotion to duty. He continued to carry wounded through heavy shell fire through the whole operation although greatly exhausted. He has previously done splendid work and shown great bravery on several occasions and complete disregard of his personal safety.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 16 August 1917

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 21, p. 16

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