| Regimental number | 4/437 |
| Address | Park Crescent, Parnell Avenue, Auckland |
| Marital status | Single |
| Next of kin | Father, R J Rusden, Park Crescent, Parnell Avenue, Auckland |
| Rank on embarkation | Sapper |
| Enlistment status | Volunteer |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, Main Body, New Zealand Field Engineers |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board Maunganui on |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'At Longueval on 19th September, 1916, this NCO showed conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when the transport of the Company came under heavy shell fire which caused considerable loss in men and horses. His conduct and example proved of the utmost value to saving further loss in men, animals and material. He has done general good work and shown devotion to duty in France from April to September, 1916 including operations on the Somme. Also served in Gallipoli. His example and influence have always been conspicuous.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Field Engineers/Main Body |