Regimental number | 29513 |
Occupation | Farmer |
Next of kin | Sister, Miss A Thomson, Mangatangi |
Rank on embarkation | Rifleman |
Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 12th Reinforcements to 1st Battalion, E Company |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 67 Tofua on |
Final rank | Private |
Final unit | 1st Battalion, Wellington Infantry Regiment |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as stretcher bearer. During four days operations he worked continuously, bringing in the wounded from the most advanced positions under heavy fire. On one occasion, after three men had been sniped in the attempt, he went out in front of the line of posts and rescued a wounded man. He showed splendid courage and resource.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 43, p. 26 |