Archibald Lawrenson MARTIN

Regimental number23/1533
AddressTimaru
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, S K Martin, Timaru
Rank on embarkationLieutenant
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 1st Battalion, 2nd Reinforcements, E Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 13 November 1915
Members of E Company left New Zealand on board two ships, HMNZT 35 'Willochra' and HMNZT 36 'Tofua'. It is not possible from the Nominal Roll to determine on which ship an individual embarked.
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry in action. He assumed command, and led his company with great courage and determination. Later he organised and consolidated the position won with great skill.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 14 January 1916

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: E Company/2nd Rfts of 1st NZRB