Charles MATTHEWS

Regimental number28176
OccupationFarmer
Next of kinUncle, G Matthews, Bangor, Co Down, Ireland
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 18th Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Battalion, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 16 October 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'For gallantry and devotion to duty. Near Gravenstafel on 4th October, as a Stretcher Bearer, he worked under very heavy shell fire with great courage and displayed wonderful endurance. Throughout many weary hours he showed a splendid example in bravery and cheerfulness.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 December 1917

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 43, p. 8