| Regimental number | 22419 |
| Occupation | Railway porter |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs M Cunneen, Tinwald, Canterbury |
| Rank on embarkation | Corporal |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 16th Reinforcement, J Company (Unattached) |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board Navua on |
| Final rank | Sergeant |
| Final unit | 1st Battalion, Canterbury Infantry Regiment |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in command of a platoon. When his platoon was surrounded by the enemy he fought his way out to the flank with a few men, and pushed forward behind the enemy and attacked in the rear, capturing 30 prisoners. By this gallant and skilful action he saved a very difficult
situation. He set a very fine example to all ranks.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 38, p. 19 |