James Edward Hedley MEWETT

Regimental number12/2034
AddressDargaville
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, James Mewett, Tangiteroria, Northern Wairoa
Rank on embarkationLieutenant
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 4th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 21 Willochra on 17 April 1915
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy's trenches. He led his men with great gallantry, and Mewett himself accounted for three of the enemy. Later, although severely wounded, he continued to direct the operations.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 April 1917

Officer of the Order of the British Empire

'In recognition of valuable services rendered in connection with the war.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 12 December 1919

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Auckland Infantry Batln/Fourth