John Malcolm STRINGER

Regimental number2/243
Address66 Haven Road, Nelson
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinJ A Stringer, 66 Haven Road, Nelson
Rank on embarkationGunner
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, Main Body, New Zealand Field Artillery
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 16 October 1914
Final rankSergeant
Final unit13th Battery, 3rd Brigade, New Zealand Field Artillery
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty near St Julien on the 4th October, 1917. On the 4th October, 1917, during an attack by the infantry, the battery was heavily shelled for a considerable period whilst firing in support of the attack, particularly the gun under the command of this NCO He displayed the greatest courage throughout, and by his conduct, set a very fine example to all the men round him.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 December 1917

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. The battery was subjected to very heavy fire and a bivouac was blown in. He at once went to the spot, extricated a wounded man and got him clear. Twice later the same thing occurred, and he again displayed the greatest courage and self-sacrifice in getting the wounded clear.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 4 March 1918

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Field Artillery/Main Body

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