'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the attack he, under heavy shell and machine gun fire, kept in the closet touch with the situation in front by making personal reconnaissances. The skilful manner in which he placed his men, secured the safety of the left flank of the brigade, and his courage and energy were the means whereby his men were inspired to carry on until the position was consolidated.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 December 1917

Regimental number	26/10
Occupation	Sheep farmer
Next of kin	Father, William McLeod, Makomako, Pahiatua
Rank on embarkation	2nd Lieutenant
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 4th Battalion, B Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on 5 February 1916
Medals	Military Cross 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the attack he, under heavy shell and machine gun fire, kept in the closet touch with the situation in front by making personal reconnaissances. The skilful manner in which he placed his men, secured the safety of the left flank of the brigade, and his courage and energy were the means whereby his men were inspired to carry on until the position was consolidated.' Source: London Gazette Date: 17 December 1917
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 22