Frederick John PETERS

Regimental number15411
Place of birthAustralia
OccupationFarmer
Next of kinFather, John Peters, Puketurua, Putaruru, Auckland
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 9th Reinforcements to 1st Battalion, E Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Ulimaroa on 29 July 1916
Final rankSergeant
Final unit2nd Battalion, New Zealand Rifle Brigade
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations on 12th September 1918, near Gouzeaucourt. While in charge of a Platoon of the Supporting Company he led a section of his men against the enemy in a sap, with great initiative and courage. He personally bombed and killed several enemy, forcing his way to the front line with his Platoon. By this he relieved the pressure of the enemy at a critical time and assisted in connecting up two companies. Throughout the operations of the preceding four days he has done exceptionally fine work and has set a grand example to his men under trying conditions.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 11 February 1919

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 37, p. 33

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