Rasmus William Edward NIELSEN

Regimental number64113
OccupationFarm labourer
Next of kinFather, Rasmus Nielsen, Raurimu
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 32nd Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Regiment, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 95 Willochra on 22 November 1917
Final rankPrivate
Final unitWellington Infantry Regiment
FateDied of injuries 14 August 1919
Age at death from cemetery records30
Place of burialTaumarunui (Old) Cemetery
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. In the Baupame Sector during operations August 24th/September 4th, this man while serving as stretcher bearer worked unceasingly and with great determination in carrying out wounded through Artillery and machine gun fire. His energy and untiring efforts were a great example to his comrades. His gallantry and devotion to duty was a fine example.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 11 February 1919

Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: Military Medal, British war Medal, Victory Medal
SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 3: Roll 75, p. 30