| Regimental number | 6/2776 |
| Address | Kaikoura, Marlborough |
| Marital status | Single |
| Next of kin | Father, S J Thompson, c/o Gas Company, Nelson |
| Rank on embarkation | Private |
| Enlistment status | Volunteer |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 6th Reinforcements, Canterbury Infantry Battalion |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 27 Willochra on |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'Operations Gravenstafel: 30th September to 5th October 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Every night from September 30th till October 3rd 1917, he led his ration party through heavy artillery fire, thus keeping the front line troops constantly supplied with water and rations. He displayed great bravery and disregard for his personal safety and set a fine example to the men under his command.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Canterbury Infantry Batln/Sixth |