Kenneth Walter WATSON

Regimental number4/450
AddressRussell Street, Arch Hill, Auckland
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, W W Watson, Russell Street, Arch Hill, Auckland
Rank on embarkationSapper
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, Main Body, New Zealand Field Engineers
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Maunganui on 16 October 1914
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous bravery on the night of 6th/7th August, 1915, at Chailak Dere (Dardanelles), when he assisted in the demolition of wire entanglements under very severe fire. Although wounded himself he refused help, and went out to rescue an officer who was wounded, and whom he safely assisted into cover. His bravery and devotion to duty were most marked.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 29 November 1915

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Field Engineers/Main Body