Regimental number | 6/3819 |
Occupation | Cycle mechanic |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs E E Oliver, Royal Hotel, Hawera |
Rank on embarkation | Lance Corporal |
Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 9th Reinforcements, Canterbury Infantry Battalion, C Company |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board SS Maunganui on |
Final rank | Lance Corporal |
Final unit | 2nd Battalion, Canterbury Infantry Regiment (attached 2nd New Zealand Infantry Brigade Headquarters) |
Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the night of 28th September when the Brigade moved into action in front of Havrincourt Wood this NCO who is in charge of the Brigade runners went out while the position of the front line
was still obscure and successfully located and delivered urgent and important despatches to the Battalions which had moved forward. Whilst on this mission which occupied some hours Lance Corporal Oliver was continually under the enemy's heavy shell fire, but without regard for his personal safety and under most adverse conditions he continued on until his work was completed. On 1st October, near the Canal, he again displayed great courage by delivering despatches to the Battalion in the line despite constant heavy shell fire. Lance Corporal Oliver has repeatedly done splendid work and his untiring devotion to duty, dogged
determination and self sacrifice were a fine example to all with whom he came in contact and inspired the greatest confidence in his men.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 21, p. 23 |
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