William SAUNDERS-LODER

Regimental number3/1231
AddressHerbert, North Otago
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, J Saunders-Loder, Herbert, North Otago
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 7th Reinforcements, New Zealand Medical Corps
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 10 October 1915
Medals

Military Medal

'For gallantry and devotion to duty during the attack on Gravenstafel on October 4th 1917. This man worked constantly for 36 hours through heavy barrage and by searching shell holes was able to bring back to safety many men who would otherwise have been missed. His coolness under fire was a fine example to the other men.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 December 1917

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Medical Corps/Seventh