Matini TAUA

Regimental number16/360
AddressWhatuwhiwhi
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, Wiremu Hoani Taua, Whatuwhiwhi via Mangonui
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 1st Maori Contingent, A Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 20 Warrimoo on 14 February 1915
Final rankSergeant
Final unitNew Zealand (Maori) Pioneer Battalion
Medals

Military Medal

'For consistent good work during the period 18th September 1918 up to cessation on hostilities and afterwards. Taua has at all times shown resourcefulness in carrying out any work allotted to him and his coolness under fire has been an encouragement to his men to do good work. He is a keen and reliable NCO.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 20 August 1919

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

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