Harry BOSWELL

Regimental number28079
OccupationLabourer
Next of kinWife, Mrs A Boswell, Tennyson Street, Dannevirke
Rank on embarkationPrivate
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

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 43, p. 6