| Regimental number | 25/316 |
| Occupation | Plumber |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs J Calderwood, 18 Duncan Street, Spreydon, Christchurch |
| Rank on embarkation | Rifleman |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 3rd Battalion, C Company |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on |
| The 3rd Battalion, C Company, New Zealand Rifle Brigade left New Zealand on board three ships: HMNZT 42 ('Ulimaroa'), HMNZT 43 ('Mokoia') and HMNZT 44 ('Navua'). It is not possible from the Nominal Roll to determine on which ship an individual embarked. | |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the attack on the Passchendaele Ridge on 12th October 1917. This NCO led his section to assist another section in the capture of an enemy Strong Point. All of his section becoming casualties, he collected a few men and returned to help the other section who were in danger of being cut off by the enemy. He brought help to the parties before he was himself wounded.'
Source: 'London Gazette' Date: |
| Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 10 |