'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

Regimental number	30329
Occupation	Farmer
Next of kin	Father, T W Whittington, Marton
Rank on embarkation	Corporal
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 20th Reinforcements (2nd Draft), F Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT Athenic on 30 December 1916
Final rank	Sergeant
Final unit	1st 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
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 49, p. 9