Leigh Thomas CARINS

Regimental number10/2542
AddressPahiatua
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinSister, Miss M I Carins, Brickstone, England
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 6th Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 14 August 1915
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during an attack. He mended broken telephone wires under heavy shell and machine gun fire, and established and maintained communication over exposed ground throughout the attack. He set a splendid example of courage and coolness.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 26 June 1918

Other details

War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front

Medals: Distinguished Conduct Medal, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: Wellington Infantry Batln/Sixth