Douglas James Bruce WALKER

Regimental number12/3853
OccupationCadet
Next of kinFather, W R Walker, Wolseley Crescent, Grey Lynn, Auckland
Rank on embarkationSergeant
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 9th Reinforcements, Auckland Infantry Battalion, A Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 37 SS Maunganui on 8 January 1916
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He took command of his company when he was the only officer left, and reorganised the company, which had lost direction, and led it to the objective. He consolidated the position with great skill and repulsed three counter-attacks. He showed great initiative and determination throughout.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 26 November 1917

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 21, p. 13

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