| Regimental number | 10/681 |
| Occupation | Cheesemaker |
| Next of kin | Father, J McSaveney, Retreat Road, Avonside, Christchurch |
| Rank on embarkation | 2nd Lieutenant |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 35th Reinforcements, C Company |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 101 Tofua on |
| Final rank | Second Lieutenant |
| Final unit | 1st Battalion, Wellington Infantry Regiment |
| Medals |
Military Cross 'He was in command of two platoons on the flank of the leading wave of his battalion, and when a very difficult situation arose owing to the battalion on his flank being held up, he maintained his position with great resolution and kept his men together by his example until the situation was restored. His courage and determination were of great value at a critical moment.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Other details | Ex Main Body |
| Sources | Nominal Rolls Vol. 4: Roll 80, p. 9 |