James Stanley VERRAN

Regimental number15811
Place of birthAustralia
OccupationDriver
Next of kinFather, J M Verran, Waipawa
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 15th Reinforcements (2nd Draft), Wellington Infantry Battalion, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 29 July 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'For gallantry and devotion to duty. Near Gravenstafel on the 4th October, he showed great skill and initiative in handling a Lewis gun, particularly his skilful use of his gun greatly assisted the Company on his left in capturing their final objective. Later during consolidation he dislodged a party of enemy snipers who were giving a lot of trouble. He displayed great determination and devotion to duty throughout.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 December 1917

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 37, p. 23

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