George SWAN

Regimental number8/3170
AddressOrakau School, Gordon Road, Mosgiel
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinMother, Mrs H M Swan, Gordon Road, Mosgiel, Otago
Rank on embarkationCorporal
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 8th Reinforcement, Otago Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Lyttelton on board Willochra on 14 November 1915
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During our offensive he commanded his company with great coolness and decision. He showed utter disregard of danger, continually moving about amongst his men whilst consolidating under very heavy fire. He was wounded whilst encouraging his men.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 16 August 1917

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Otago Infantry Batln/Eighth