Francis Clive Ramsden UPTON

Regimental number6/854
OccupationGrain dealer
Next of kinT E Upton, Mortensaye, Ashburton
Rank on embarkationSergeant
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 9th Reinforcements, Canterbury Infantry Battalion, C Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board SS Maunganui on 8 January 1916
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry in action. He led his platoon with great courage and initiative, and organised a bombing party to repel an enemy attack. Later, he carried out a most valuable reconnaissance.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 25 November 1916

Other detailsMain Body
SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 21, p. 23