William Cyril WHITTINGTON

Regimental number30329
OccupationFarmer
Next of kinFather, T W Whittington, Marton
Rank on embarkationCorporal
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 20th Reinforcements (2nd Draft), F Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT Athenic on 30 December 1916
Final rankSergeant
Final unit1st Battalion, Canterbury Infantry Regiment
Medals

Military Medal

'Operations: West of Bapaume, 25th August 1918. For gallantry and devotion to duty. This NCO was in charge of a platoon which he led with great coolness. He was detailed to assist in the capture of a machine gun nest which was holding up the advance and in taking his men forward displayed fine leadership coupled with considerable daring. He rendered assistance in a capable manner during consolidation, and gained valuable information which he supplied to his Company Commander. His good work was an inspiring example to his men.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 24 January 1919

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 49, p. 9

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