James NEWBERRY

Regimental number12242
OccupationGroom
Next of kinFather, J Newberry, Kiritaki via Dannevirke
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 3rd Reinforcements to 3rd Battalion, G Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 6 May 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the attack on Passchendaele Ridge on 12th October 1917. This Rifleman commanded a Strong Post in the absence of Officers and NCOs and also gave valuable assistance in getting wounded into places of safety.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 28 January 1918

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 31, p. 21

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