William Houkamau STAINTON

Regimental number16/90
AddressThe Kiosk, Kelburn
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, W G Stainton, Gwavas Tikokino, Hawke's Bay
Rank on embarkationLieutenant
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 1st Maori Contingent, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Auckland on board HMNZT 20 Warrimoo on 14 February 1915
Medals

Mentioned in Despatches

'For distinguished and gallant services rendered during the period of General Sir C. Munro's command of the Mediterranean Expeditionary Force.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 13 July 1916

Mentioned in Despatches

'In connection with the operations described in General I. Hamilton's despatch dated 11 December 1915.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 28 January 1916

Military Cross

'Chunuk Bair 6/20 Aug. Led their platoons with conspicuous gallantry during the operation against Sari Bair.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 3 June 1916

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: B Company/First Maori

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