| Regimental number | 8/1837 |
| Address | Cameron Road, Napier |
| Marital status | Single |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs M B Skinner, Cameron Road, Napier |
| Rank on embarkation | Lance Corporal |
| Enlistment status | Volunteer |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 4th Reinforcements, Otago Infantry Battalion |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on |
| Medals |
Mentioned in Despatches 'In connection with the operations described in General I. Hamilton's despatch dated 11 December 1915.'
Source: London Gazette Date: Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry on the 9th August, 1915, on the Gallipoli Peninsula, when he was entrusted with an important message, which had to be conveyed under a very heavy and continuous fire. Although seriously wounded, he managed, with great difficulty and suffering, to successfully deliver it. His bravery and devotion to duty were most marked.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Otago Infantry Batln/Fourth |