Regimental number | 6/2344 |
Address | Flat Creek, Marlborough |
Marital status | Single |
Next of kin | Sister, Mrs G Allen, Russell Street, Port Nelson |
Rank on embarkation | Private |
Enlistment status | Volunteer |
Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 4th Reinforcements, Canterbury Infantry Battalion |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 21 Willochra on |
Final rank | Second Lieutenant |
Final unit | 1st Battalion, Canterbury Infantry Regiment |
Medals |
Military Medal 'For gallant conduct and devotion to duty, during operations near Gravenstafel on the 12/13th October 1917. When his men were being heavily shelled, he took charge, and showing great courage and initiative, moved them forward to a better position, thus saving heavy casualties. By his continued cool and cheerful conduct, he greatly encouraged his men.'
Source: London Gazette Date: Military Cross 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations east of Bapaume on 2nd September, 1918. During the attack on Mill Cross, the platoon commander of the leading platoon being badly wounded, this officer went forward under heavy machine gun and shell fire, gathering the platoon together and reorganising them, and led the attack successfully, having to fight for every inch of the ground.
His prompt and courageous action undoubtedly enabled the objective to be taken.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Canterbury Infantry Batln/Fourth |