Edward Kennedy BLUNDELL

Regimental number28078
Date of birth10 July 1890
Place of birthBulls
OccupationFarmer
Next of kinFather, E F Blundell, New Plymouth
Enlistment date24 June 1916
Rank on embarkationLance Corporal
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 18th Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Battalion, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 16 October 1916
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in an attack. When his platoon commander was wounded he took command of the platoon and led it in a successful attack on a machine gun. He set a splendid example of courage and initiative to his men throughout the operations.’
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 26 November 1917

Discharge date7 June 1919
Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: Distinguished Conduct Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Date of death24 November 1964 Tauranga
SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 43, p. 6

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