Edwin Hoffmann BLOMFIELD

Regimental number4/150A
OccupationSeaman
Next of kinFather, J H Blomfield, Trinity House, 44 Robertson Street, Hastings, Sussex, England
Rank on embarkation2nd Lieutenant
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 34th Reinforcements, Canterbury Infantry Regiment, C Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 100 Ulimaroa on 8 February 1918
Final rank2nd Lieutenant
Final unitNew Zealand Cyclist Corps
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry during an attack. This officer, on his company commander being wounded, took charge and led the company to the final objective, showing great skill and ability as well as fine courage and devotion to duty under heavy enemy fire. After consolidation he was particularly active in patrolling.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 15 October 1918

Other details

Ex British Section NZEF

War service: Western Front

Medals: Military Cross, British War Medal, Victory Medal
SourcesNominal Rolls Vol. 4: Roll 78, p. 9

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