| Regimental number | 10976 |
| Occupation | Template maker |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs E Wotherspoon, 71 Crail Street Parkhead Glasgow |
| Rank on embarkation | Corporal |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 6th Reinforcements to 1st Battalion, E Company |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 51 Ulimaroa on |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For great gallantry. During the attack of the New Zealand Division east of St Julien on October 4th 1917, Private Wotherspoon acted as a Battalion runner and was employed in carrying messages over country swept by rifle and machine gun fire, and frequently shelled by the enemy. He showed coolness throughout and was ever ready to perform what was required of him.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 30, p. 18 |