Leslie Henry BROWNE

Regimental number10724
OccupationFruit farmer
Next of kinFather, H G Browne, Clevedon, Auckland
Rank on embarkationSergeant
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 12th Reinforcements (2nd Draft), 1st New Zealand Cyclist Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 52 Mokoia on 6 May 1916
Final rank2nd Lieutenant
Final unitNew Zealand Cyclist Battalion
Medals

Military Cross

'On 2nd October 1918, he was sent with a patrol to reconnoitre Artres. Under heavy fire he gained valuable information regarding enemy dispositions, etc. Later, near Autreppe, he led his platoon to the final objective, and under heavy fire successfully consolidated his position. He did well throughout the operations, and showed great gallantry.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 2 April 1919

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 31, p. 3