| Regimental number | 12/3756 |
| Occupation | Engineer |
| Next of kin | Father, D J McGowan, Claude Road Epsom Auckland |
| Rank on embarkation | Private |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 9th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Battalion, A Company |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 37 SS Maunganui on |
| Final rank | Sergeant |
| Final unit | 2nd Battalion, Auckland Infantry Regiment |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the attack on Bancourt on the 30th August. His platoon officer was wounded early in the attack, and he took charge leading the platoon and capturing objectives. He did very useful work under trying conditions showing great coolness and energy and decision.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 21, p. 16 |