William Huatahi WALKER

Regimental number16/187
AddressRotorua
Marital statusMarried
Next of kinKaneta W Poihipi, Rotoiti, Rotorua
Rank on embarkationSergeant Major
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 1st Maori Contingent, B Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Auckland on board HMNZT 20 Warrimoo on 14 February 1915
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous good service and coolness under fire in Ypres Sector during the period 1/7th October 1917. This Officer has done excellent work in present Area and also during Messines operations. By his disregard for his own personal safety he has set a splendid example to other Maori Officers.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 1 January 1918

Mentioned in Despatches

'In connection with the operations described in General I. Hamilton?s despatch dated 11 December 1915.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 28 January 1916

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: B Company/First Maori

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