Guy Montrose COWIE

Regimental number11623
OccupationFarmer
Next of kinFather, Thomas S M Cowie, Wallace Street, Karori, Wellington
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 12th Reinforcements (1st Draft), Canterbury Infantry Battalion, C Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Ulimaroa on 1 May 1916
Medals

Military Medal

'For gallantry and devotion to duty. Near Gravenstafel on 4th October, he established and held a forward post under heavy M.G. fire, and did so with absolute disregard to danger. His coolness and courage were a splendid example to the men he commanded.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 17 December 1917

Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal
SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 30, p. 9

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