Clement Edward MENZIES

Regimental number10/2235
Addressc/o B C Watkins, Tuparoa, Tokomaru Bay
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinMother, Mrs T A Menzies, William Street, Devonport, Auckland
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 5th Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Maunganui on 13 June 1915
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Although wounded early in the action, he carried on his work as Lewis gun sergeant with great skill. After the capture of the objective, he continually visited his guns, encouraging his men and directing their fire. When the crew of one gun were all casualties he kept the gun in action himself, and by his coolness and courage under heavy fire inspired all his men with confidence.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 26 November 1917

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Wellington Infantry Batln/Fifth

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