Regimental number | 12/257 |
Address | Domett Avenue, Epsom, Auckland |
Marital status | Single |
Next of kin | Father, William Stichbury, Cameron Street, Takapuna, Auckland |
Rank on embarkation | Private |
Enlistment status | Volunteer |
Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, Main Body, Auckland Infantry Battalion |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on |
The Auckland Infantry Battalion in the Main Body left New Zealand on board two ships, HMNZT 8 ('Star of India') and HMNZT 12 ('Waimana'). It is not possible from the Nominal Roll to determine on which ship an individual embarked. | |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He organised ration, store and water parties and guides for his battalion. He handled them with great success, and by his energy and determination in the face of great difficulties inspired all his men
to bear the strain cheerfully. He has at all times done excellent work.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
Family/military connections | Brothers: 54670 Martin Henry STICHBURY; 13/131 Thomas STICHBURY; 12/1017 Vincent John STICHBURY |
Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Auckland Infantry Batln/Main Body |
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