William TODD

Regimental number16982
OccupationDriver
Next of kinMother, Mrs M A Todd, Nightcaps, Southland
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 20th Reinforcements (2nd Draft), New Zealand Rifle Brigade Details, J Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT Opawa on 2 January 1917
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the attack near La Signy Farm on 30th March 1918 he was a stretcher bearer and did excellent work in attending the wounded and carrying them out under heavy fire. He was instrumental in saving many lives and set a fine example.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 12 June 1918

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 49, p. 17

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