George Herbert BOLES

Regimental number23/366
Date of birth25 October 1887
Place of birthThames
OccupationGrocer
AddressRora Street, Te Kuiti
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, J Boles, Thames, Auckland
Enlistment date28 May 1915
Rank on embarkationCorporal
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 1st Battalion, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 10 October 1915
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry in action. He reorganized his men and led them forward under heavy fire. Later he dug in and maintained his position until relieved thirty-six hours later. He set a splendid example of courage and coolness throughout.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 13 February 1917

Other details

War service: Egypt, Western Front

Medals: Distinguished Conduct Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: B Company/1st NZRB
Date of death15 June 1950 Taihape
Age at death62

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