Thomas Alexander SNELLING

Regimental number23261
OccupationStation hand
Next of kinMother, Mrs N Snelling, Porangahau, Hawke's Bay
Rank on embarkationCorporal
Unit nameNew Zealand Rifle Brigade, 4th Reinforcements to 4th Battalion, H Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 27 May 1916
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as scout officer of the battalion. His persistent attempts to secure the enemy identification finally resulted in his surprising ten of the enemy, killing three and capturing one. The identification was much needed.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 24 September 1918

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 33, p. 34