Malcolm McPherson WATT

Regimental number8/2505
AddressTapanui
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinFather, Rev Dr Watt, 603 George St Dunedin
Rank on embarkation2nd Lieutenant
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 6th Reinforcement, Otago Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 14 August 1915
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This officer has shown marked qualities of leadership and his energy and courageous example under fire has done much to steady those serving under him. This officer had previously done good work as an Officer on Gallipoli Peninsula, and in France, and was wounded during the Somme Operations. His work has been of a very high order at all times.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 1 January 1918

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Otago Infantry Batln/Sixth

Print format