'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in the Field east of Le Quesnoy on the 4th November 1918. This NCO acted as Platoon Commander during the advance, displaying fine leadership and ability in the handling of his platoon. During the exploitation of success after reaching the final objective he led a fighting patrol to clean up a crossroads position. By skilful manoeuvring he defeated an enemy party, killing six, and consolidating on the position without casualty to his patrol. Throughout he set a splendid example by his personal courage and leadership.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 June 1919

Regimental number	25/220
Occupation	Farmer
Next of kin	Father, J Nilsson, Paul Street, Wairoa
Rank on embarkation	Corporal
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 3rd Battalion, B Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on 5 February 1916
Final rank	Sergeant
Final unit	1st Battalion, Wellington Infantry Regiment
Medals	Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in the Field east of Le Quesnoy on the 4th November 1918. This NCO acted as Platoon Commander during the advance, displaying fine leadership and ability in the handling of his platoon. During the exploitation of success after reaching the final objective he led a fighting patrol to clean up a crossroads position. By skilful manoeuvring he defeated an enemy party, killing six, and consolidating on the position without casualty to his patrol. Throughout he set a splendid example by his personal courage and leadership.' Source: London Gazette Date: 17 June 1919
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 6