| Regimental number | 69144 |
| Occupation | Chauffeur |
| Next of kin | Wife, Mrs Stuart, c/o Mrs C Jopson, Wedderburn, Otago |
| Rank on embarkation | Private |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force. 34th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Regiment, A Company |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 100 Ulimaroa on |
| Final rank | Private |
| Final unit | 2nd Battalion, Otago Infantry Regiment |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On the 23rd October 1918, in the operations near Salesches, Private Stuart was No 1 of a Lewis gun. An enemy machine gun opened fire from a farm at close quarters, and Private Stuart dashed forward with his gun to a position from which he could fire. He was wounded in the act, but he brought his gun into action and silenced the enemy, and later refused to leave until he was ordered to the regimental aid post by his Officer. His gallant act saved many casualties and his example of fortitude was an inspiration
to everyone who saw him.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Sources | Nominal Rolls Vol. 4: Roll 78, p. 6 |