Alfred Eric BISHOPRICK

Regimental number23958
OccupationTeacher
Next of kinFather, Charles Bishoprick, Te Puke
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 17th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Battalion, A Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 64 Devon on 25 September 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in the field on 26th March 1918 north east of Mailly Maillet. When attacking an enemy position in advance of Chalk Pit Pte Bishoprick rendered splendid assistance. He with two other men bombed and then rushed in, killing and capturing eight of the enemy. The sap was then followed down and made secure. Pte Bishoprick was wounded very soon after.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 12 June 1918

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 41, p. 4

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