Henry Francis ORPWOOD

Regimental number26/1020
OccupationLabourer
Next of kinBrother, Frederick Orpwood, Defence Office Greymouth
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 4th Battalion, C Company,
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Ulimaroa on 6 February 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'For gallantry and devotion to duty during the attack on Passchendaele Ridge on 12th October 1917. Under extremely, heavy machine-gun, and occasionally heavy shell fire, he worked continuously throughout the day and was instrumental in getting many wounded men to the Aid Post. His fine work undoubtedly saved a number of lives.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 28 January 1918

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 27