'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When in charge of his section he held his position until the enemy were within 20 yards. He continually exposed himself with great boldness in organizing parties to cover the withdrawal. When the NCO in charge of a machine-gun became a casualty, he took over the gun and used it with great effect on the enemy as they advanced up to the wire, which he had placed across the parapet of a strong point, his section alone accounting for ninety of the enemy. His work and conduct throughout the action afforded a most inspiring example to all ranks.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 26 June 1918

Regimental number	23/1224
Address	67 Cox Road, Merivale, Christchurch
Marital status	Single
Next of kin	Father, James Tucker, 67 Cox Road, Merivale, Christchurch
Rank on embarkation	Rifleman
Enlistment status	Volunteer
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 1st Battalion, D Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on board Maunganui on 10 October 1915
Medals	Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When in charge of his section he held his position until the enemy were within 20 yards. He continually exposed himself with great boldness in organizing parties to cover the withdrawal. When the NCO in charge of a machine-gun became a casualty, he took over the gun and used it with great effect on the enemy as they advanced up to the wire, which he had placed across the parapet of a strong point, his section alone accounting for ninety of the enemy. His work and conduct throughout the action afforded a most inspiring example to all ranks.' Source: London Gazette Date: 26 June 1918
Miscellaneous details	Nominal Roll Vol. 1: D Company/1st NZRB