William Benjamin SAMSON

Regimental number25/684
OccupationFarm labourer
Next of kinFather, Benjamin Samson, 36 Trego Road, Hackney Wick, London, England
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 3rd Battalion, D Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 5 February 1916
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Mentioned in Despatches

'For devotion to duty and consistent good work. Near Flers Village, on the night 3rd/4th October 1916 when his company was being relieved, he did conspicuous work in conducting the incoming relief to their new positions in advanced strong points, under most adverse conditions and in a most fearless and untiring manner.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 1 June 1917

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 16

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