Herbert Sydney CLINKER

Regimental number23346
OccupationDredge hand
Next of kinMother, Mrs Hanna Clinker, Mackay Street, Thames
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Rifle Brigade, 7th Reinforcements to 1st Battalion, E Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 27 May 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty during the attack against Messines on 7th June 1917. This man was attached as a Runner to No. 3 Section New Zealand Divisional Signal Company during the attack. During the whole operation displayed great coolness and gallantry while conveying important messages through heavy shell barrages. It was mainly by his devotion to duty that communications were kept open throughout the action. His conduct and work since he was attached to the Unit has been on the highest possible standard.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 16 August 1917

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 33, p. 27

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